Serving 487 students in grades 6-8, Claremont Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claremont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Claremont Middle School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claremont Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claremont Middle School is 0.78, 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
#1855 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
24%
5%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claremont Middle School's ranking?
Claremont Middle School is ranked #1855 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Claremont Middle School often compared to?
Claremont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edna Brewer Middle School, Montera Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Claremont Middle School?
487 students attend Claremont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Claremont Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claremont Middle School?
Claremont Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Claremont Middle School offer ?
Claremont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Claremont Middle School part of?
Claremont Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Claremont Middle School located?
Claremont Middle School is located in the Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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