Excellent
#393 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Crittenden Middle
Middle School · Mountain View Whisman
1701 Rock St., Mountain View, CA 94043
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#393 of 9,539
In Mountain View
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
Mountain View Whisman
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Crittenden Middle
Middle School in Mountain View · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Crittenden Middle
Crittenden Middle is a public middle school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View Whisman. Crittenden Middle serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Crittenden Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Crittenden Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Crittenden Middle — Students at Crittenden Middle score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.7/10.
How Crittenden Middle Compares
See how Crittenden Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1701 Rock St., Mountain View, CA 94043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crittenden Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Monta Loma Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Stevenson Elementary Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Khan Lab School Mountain View | 1.0 mi | — |
| KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SV) Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| GERMAN INTL SCHOOL OF SILICON VALLEY Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Yew Chung International of Silicon Vally Mountain View | 1.3 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,781
Median Home Value
$1,647,500
Median Rent
$2,965/mo
Population
32,042
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crittenden Middle
What grades does Crittenden Middle serve?
Crittenden Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Crittenden Middle?
Crittenden Middle has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crittenden Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Crittenden Middle is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crittenden Middle rank in CA?
Crittenden Middle ranks #393 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Crittenden Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Crittenden Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Crittenden Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crittenden Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crittenden Middle a charter school?
No, Crittenden Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crittenden Middle a Title I school?
No, Crittenden Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crittenden Middle?
23.4% of students at Crittenden 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
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (650) 903-6945
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Whisman- District Enrollment
- 4,591
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,536
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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