Serving 881 students in grades 6-8, Isaac Newton Graham 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 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isaac Newton Graham 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
Diversity
School Overview
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School's student population of 881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Isaac Newton Graham 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 Isaac Newton Graham Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1595 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
43%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isaac Newton Graham Middle School's ranking?
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School is ranked #1595 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Isaac Newton Graham Middle School often compared to?
Isaac Newton Graham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crittenden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Isaac Newton Graham Middle School?
881 students attend Isaac Newton Graham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Isaac Newton Graham Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isaac Newton Graham Middle School?
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Isaac Newton Graham Middle School offer ?
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Isaac Newton Graham Middle School part of?
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
In what neighborhood is Isaac Newton Graham Middle School located?
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School is located in the Cuesta Park neighborhood of Mountain View, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cuesta Park.
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