Serving 827 students in grades 7-8, Quimby Oak 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Quimby Oak 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
Quimby Oak Middle School's student population of 827 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Quimby Oak 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 Quimby Oak Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1230 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
12%
Hispanic
23%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quimby Oak Middle School's ranking?
Quimby Oak Middle School is ranked #1230 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Quimby Oak Middle School often compared to?
Quimby Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaboya Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Quimby Oak Middle School?
827 students attend Quimby Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Quimby Oak Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Quimby Oak Middle School?
Quimby Oak Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Quimby Oak Middle School offer ?
Quimby Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Quimby Oak Middle School part of?
Quimby Oak Middle School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Quimby Oak Middle School located?
Quimby Oak Middle School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
School Reviews
2 8/6/2019
2019This middle school needs more after school programs for teens. Also, this school Quimby, has two schools inside it. One is called Lobo School and it has project based learning. The Lobo School which is smaller school does not use textbooks much and some are saying there is grade inflation, you will need to find that out. The teachers at this school need more monies to spend in their classrooms. Overall, much more parent involvement is needed in this school but you will need to form your own opinions.
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