Serving 625 students in grades 6-8, Piedmont Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piedmont Middle School's student population of 625 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Piedmont 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 Piedmont Middle School is 0.61, which is less 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
#2368 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Middle School's ranking?
Piedmont Middle School is ranked #2368 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Piedmont Middle School often compared to?
Piedmont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrill Middle School, William Sheppard Middle School, Sierramont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% 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 Piedmont Middle School?
625 students attend Piedmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Piedmont Middle School students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piedmont Middle School?
Piedmont Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Piedmont Middle School offer ?
Piedmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Piedmont Middle School part of?
Piedmont Middle School is part of Berryessa Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Piedmont Middle School located?
Piedmont Middle School is located in the Penitencia Creek neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Penitencia Creek.
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