Very Good
#2006 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Dolores Huerta Middle
Middle School · Santa Clara Unified
3556 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95134
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,006 of 9,539
In San Jose
#55 of 223
public schools
In district
#17 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Dolores Huerta Middle
Dolores Huerta Middle is a public middle school in San Jose, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Dolores Huerta Middle serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dolores Huerta Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,006 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dolores Huerta Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Dolores Huerta Middle runs 20.9:1 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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Dolores Huerta Middle — Students at Dolores Huerta Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.5/10.
How Dolores Huerta Middle Compares
See how Dolores Huerta Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3556 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dolores Huerta Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Don Callejon (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Mayne Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Alviso), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Orchard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 0.1 mi | — |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Don Callejon Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 1.3 mi | — |
| Montague Elementary Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| North Valley Baptist School Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | — |
| RISE ACADEMY San Jose | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 2.0 mi | — |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Orchard Elementary San Jose | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| George Mayne Elementary Alviso | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 2.5 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 2.2 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,847
Median Home Value
$371,200
Median Rent
$3,272/mo
Population
30,255
College Educated
77.3%
Homeownership
13.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
31.1
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|---|---|
| Clifton Middle Monrovia, CA | 7.8 |
| Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley, CA | 7.8 |
| Helen Keller Middle Long Beach, CA | 7.8 |
| Huntington Middle San Marino, CA | 7.8 |
| La Paz Intermediate Mission Viejo, CA | 7.8 |
| Los Cerritos Middle Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dolores Huerta Middle
What grades does Dolores Huerta Middle serve?
Dolores Huerta Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dolores Huerta Middle?
Dolores Huerta Middle has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dolores Huerta Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Dolores Huerta Middle is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dolores Huerta Middle rank in CA?
Dolores Huerta Middle ranks #2,006 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dolores Huerta Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Dolores Huerta Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Dolores Huerta Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dolores Huerta Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Dolores Huerta Middle a charter school?
No, Dolores Huerta Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dolores Huerta Middle a Title I school?
No, Dolores Huerta Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dolores Huerta Middle?
42.2% of students at Dolores Huerta 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
- 607
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (408) 423-2000
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #17 of 28
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