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#7004 of 9,539 schools in CA
Edendale Middle
Middle School · San Lorenzo Unified
16160 Ashland Ave., San Lorenzo, CA 94580
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,004 of 9,539
In San Lorenzo
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
San Lorenzo Unified
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Edendale Middle
Edendale Middle is a public middle school in San Lorenzo, CA, part of San Lorenzo Unified. Edendale Middle serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edendale Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,004 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Edendale Middle show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Edendale Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Edendale Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Edendale Middle — Students at Edendale Middle score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
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: 6.4/10.
How Edendale Middle Compares
See how Edendale 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
16160 Ashland Ave., San Lorenzo, CA 94580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edendale Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES JAMES BALDWIN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Leandro), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEA'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Lorenzo, see our San Lorenzo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,106
Median Home Value
$820,100
Median Rent
$2,164/mo
Population
28,866
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edendale Middle
What grades does Edendale Middle serve?
Edendale Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Edendale Middle?
Edendale Middle has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edendale Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Edendale Middle is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edendale Middle rank in CA?
Edendale Middle ranks #7,004 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Edendale Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Edendale Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Edendale Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edendale Middle has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edendale Middle a charter school?
No, Edendale Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edendale Middle a Title I school?
No, Edendale Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edendale Middle?
86.1% of students at Edendale 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
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (510) 317-5100
Resources & Links
District
San Lorenzo Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,123
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,124
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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