Serving 926 students in grades 6-8, Borel Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Borel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Borel Middle School's student population of 926 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Borel Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borel Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2597 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
48%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Borel Middle School's ranking?
Borel Middle School is ranked #2597 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Borel Middle School often compared to?
Borel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Borel Middle School?
926 students attend Borel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Borel Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Borel Middle School?
Borel Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Borel Middle School offer ?
Borel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Borel Middle School part of?
Borel Middle School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is Borel Middle School located?
Borel Middle School is located in the Central San Mateo neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Central San Mateo.
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