Serving 745 students in grades 6-8, Abbott Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abbott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Abbott Middle School's student population of 745 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abbott Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abbott Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4918 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
64%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbott Middle School's ranking?
Abbott Middle School is ranked #4918 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Abbott Middle School often compared to?
Abbott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Borel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Abbott Middle School?
745 students attend Abbott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Abbott Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abbott Middle School?
Abbott Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Abbott Middle School offer ?
Abbott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Abbott Middle School part of?
Abbott Middle School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is Abbott Middle School located?
Abbott Middle School is located in the Sugarloaf neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sugarloaf.
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