Serving 908 students in grades 6-8, Bowditch Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowditch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bowditch Middle School's student population of 908 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowditch Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowditch Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowditch Middle School's ranking?
Bowditch Middle School is ranked #507 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bowditch Middle School often compared to?
Bowditch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Borel Middle School, Bayside Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bowditch Middle School?
908 students attend Bowditch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bowditch Middle School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowditch Middle School?
Bowditch Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bowditch Middle School offer ?
Bowditch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bowditch Middle School part of?
Bowditch Middle School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
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