Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Buchser Middle School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchser Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Buchser Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buchser Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchser 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
#4188 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
48%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchser Middle School's ranking?
Buchser Middle School is ranked #4188 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buchser Middle School often compared to?
Buchser Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juan Cabrillo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buchser Middle School?
715 students attend Buchser Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Buchser Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchser Middle School?
Buchser Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Buchser Middle School offer ?
Buchser Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buchser Middle School part of?
Buchser Middle School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 8/29/2013
i go there and it is an amazing school!!!! they are very big on making sure on making sure that you succeed in your academic future! the teachers are very nice when you are being respectful! they make sure you get your work done and if you don't you'll get consequences. the Buchser band is AMAZING!!!!!!! they are so good that they go to Disneyland every year to compete against other amazing middle school bands across California and win a lot!!! the choir and orchestra is amazing too!!!! the sports teams (basketball, volleyball,soccer, and track and field) are award winning!!!! Buchser Middle School is amazing!!!!!
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