Very Good
#3240 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle
Middle School · Brentwood Union
401 American Ave., Brentwood, CA 94513
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,240 of 9,539
In Brentwood
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Brentwood Union
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Adams (j. Douglas) Middle
Middle School in Brentwood · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Adams (j. Douglas) Middle
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle is a public middle school in Brentwood, CA, part of Brentwood Union. Adams (j.
Douglas) Middle serves approximately 1,119 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams (j. Douglas) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,240 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Adams (j. Douglas) Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Adams (j. Douglas) Middle — Students at Adams (j. Douglas) Middle score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Adams (j. Douglas) Middle Compares
See how Adams (j. Douglas) Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
401 American Ave., Brentwood, CA 94513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adams (j. Douglas) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. William B. Bristow Middle (rated 5.3/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Black Diamond Middle (rated 3.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Antioch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage High Brentwood | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| R. Paul Krey Elementary Brentwood | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Ron Nunn Elementary Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Dozier-Libbey Medical High Antioch | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Antioch | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Heritage Baptist Academy Antioch | 2.6 mi | — |
| SIERRA SCHOOLS AT ANTIOCH- DIABLO VISTA Antioch | 2.7 mi | — |
| Diablo Vista Elementary Antioch | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary Brentwood | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| William B. Bristow Middle Brentwood | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Deer Valley High Antioch | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SENECA CENTER'S UPRISING ACADEMY Brentwood | 2.8 mi | — |
| New Light Education Antioch | 3.4 mi | — |
| Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy Antioch | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Black Diamond Middle Antioch | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Brentwood Elementary Brentwood | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Lone Tree Elementary Antioch | 3.4 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,736
Median Home Value
$793,900
Median Rent
$2,449/mo
Population
68,160
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adams (j. Douglas) Middle
What grades does Adams (j. Douglas) Middle serve?
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Adams (j. Douglas) Middle?
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams (j. Douglas) Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Adams (j. Douglas) Middle is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adams (j. Douglas) Middle rank in CA?
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle ranks #3,240 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Adams (j. Douglas) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Adams (j. Douglas) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adams (j. Douglas) Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams (j. Douglas) Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adams (j. Douglas) Middle a charter school?
No, Adams (j. Douglas) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adams (j. Douglas) Middle a Title I school?
No, Adams (j. Douglas) Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams (j. Douglas) Middle?
16.7% of students at Adams (j. Douglas) Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,119
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (925) 513-6480
Resources & Links
District
Brentwood Union- District Enrollment
- 9,751
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,910
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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