Very Good
#2625 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Buchser Middle
Middle School · Santa Clara Unified
1111 Bellomy St., Santa Clara, CA 95050
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,625 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#16 of 23
public schools
In district
#21 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Buchser Middle
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About Buchser Middle
Buchser Middle is a public middle school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Buchser Middle serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Buchser Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,625 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buchser Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Buchser Middle — Students at Buchser Middle score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.7%
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: 7.0/10.
How Buchser Middle Compares
See how Buchser Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1111 Bellomy St., Santa Clara, CA 95050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buchser Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Washington Open Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C. W. Haman Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,051
Median Home Value
$1,420,500
Median Rent
$2,522/mo
Population
39,827
College Educated
54.1%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buchser Middle
What grades does Buchser Middle serve?
Buchser Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Buchser Middle?
Buchser Middle has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buchser Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Buchser Middle is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buchser Middle rank in CA?
Buchser Middle ranks #2,625 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buchser Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Buchser Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Buchser Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buchser Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buchser Middle a charter school?
No, Buchser Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buchser Middle a Title I school?
No, Buchser Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buchser Middle?
32.7% of students at Buchser 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
- 691
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (408) 423-3000
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #21 of 28
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