Excellent
#516 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Herman (leonard) Intermediate
Middle School · Oak Grove Elementary
5955 Blossom Ave., San Jose, CA 95123
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#516 of 9,539
In San Jose
#15 of 223
public schools
In district
#1 of 18
Oak Grove Elementary
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Herman (leonard) Intermediate
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About Herman (leonard) Intermediate
Herman (leonard) Intermediate is a public middle school in San Jose, CA, part of Oak Grove Elementary. Herman (leonard) Intermediate serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Herman (leonard) Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Herman (leonard) Intermediate show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Herman (leonard) Intermediate runs 22.3:1 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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Herman (leonard) Intermediate — Students at Herman (leonard) Intermediate score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
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: 9.8/10.
How Herman (leonard) Intermediate Compares
See how Herman (leonard) Intermediate 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
5955 Blossom Ave., San Jose, CA 95123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herman (leonard) Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Summit Public School: Tahoma (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Leland High (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Indigo (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APOSTLES LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Jose | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Apostles Lutheran San Jose | 0.2 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Shawnee San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| Indigo San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Frost (Earl) Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Sakamoto Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Discovery Charter II San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Phoenix High San Jose | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Teresa High San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Calero High San Jose | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Del Roble Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ACTION DAY PRIMARY PLUS ALLEN SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Action Day Schools - Allen San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Allen at Steinbeck San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Summit Public School: Tahoma San Jose | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| KINSHIP ACADEMY San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
| Leland High San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Grove High San Jose | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,364
Median Home Value
$1,108,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
70,279
College Educated
44.8%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
37.6
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| Joaquin Moraga Intermediate Moraga, CA | 8.8 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo, CA | 8.8 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk, CA | 8.8 |
| Lincoln Middle Alameda, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herman (leonard) Intermediate
What grades does Herman (leonard) Intermediate serve?
Herman (leonard) Intermediate serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Herman (leonard) Intermediate?
Herman (leonard) Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herman (leonard) Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Herman (leonard) Intermediate is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herman (leonard) Intermediate rank in CA?
Herman (leonard) Intermediate ranks #516 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Herman (leonard) Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Herman (leonard) Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Herman (leonard) Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herman (leonard) Intermediate has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Herman (leonard) Intermediate a charter school?
No, Herman (leonard) Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herman (leonard) Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Herman (leonard) Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herman (leonard) Intermediate?
35.7% of students at Herman (leonard) Intermediate 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 714
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (408) 226-1886
Resources & Links
District
Oak Grove Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,714
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,311
- District Rank
- #1 of 18
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