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#514 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 5% in state

Isaac Newton Graham Middle

Middle School · Mountain View Whisman

1175 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94040

Enrollment

870

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#514 of 9,539

In Mountain View

#8 of 14

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Mountain View Whisman

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Isaac Newton Graham Middle

8.8/10

Middle School in Mountain View · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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9.3/10

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About Isaac Newton Graham Middle

Isaac Newton Graham Middle is a public middle school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View Whisman. Isaac Newton Graham Middle serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Isaac Newton Graham Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #514 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Isaac Newton Graham Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,536
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Isaac Newton Graham Middle — Students at Isaac Newton Graham Middle score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
56.8%
ELA
63.5%
2024
Math
56.3%
ELA
58.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Isaac Newton Graham Middle Compares

See how Isaac Newton Graham Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in CA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

1175 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Isaac Newton Graham Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Springer Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View 0.2 mi 7.0
Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View 0.3 mi 9.3
Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View 0.7 mi 9.4
MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View 0.8 mi 7.2
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View 0.7 mi
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View 0.9 mi 5.7
Canterbury Christian School Los Altos 0.8 mi
Springer Elementary Mountain View 0.9 mi 9.5
KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View 1.0 mi 6.6
Khan Lab School Mountain View 1.0 mi
Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View 1.0 mi 3.6
Edith Landels Elementary Mountain View 0.9 mi 9.3
Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View 1.0 mi 6.8
Almond Elementary Los Altos 0.9 mi 8.8
Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos 1.3 mi 8.6
MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos 1.4 mi 7.8
Stevenson Elementary Mountain View 1.5 mi 9.6
ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mountain View 1.2 mi
Loyola Elementary Los Altos 1.5 mi 9.1
Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View 1.6 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$184,494

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,017/mo

Population

35,581

College Educated

77.9%

Homeownership

36.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Isaac Newton Graham Middle

What grades does Isaac Newton Graham Middle serve?

Isaac Newton Graham Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Isaac Newton Graham Middle?

Isaac Newton Graham Middle has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Isaac Newton Graham Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Isaac Newton Graham Middle is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Isaac Newton Graham Middle rank in CA?

Isaac Newton Graham Middle ranks #514 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Isaac Newton Graham Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Isaac Newton Graham Middle 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 Isaac Newton Graham Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Isaac Newton Graham Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Isaac Newton Graham Middle a charter school?

No, Isaac Newton Graham Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Isaac Newton Graham Middle a Title I school?

No, Isaac Newton Graham Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isaac Newton Graham Middle?

27.7% of students at Isaac Newton Graham 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Clara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Mountain View Whisman
District Enrollment
4,591
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,536
District Rank
#6 of 11

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