Very Good
#3566 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
John Muir Middle
Middle School · San Leandro Unified
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Enrollment
935
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
935
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,566 of 9,539
In San Leandro
#4 of 17
public schools
In district
#4 of 12
San Leandro Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About John Muir Middle
John Muir Middle is a public middle school in San Leandro, CA, part of San Leandro Unified. John Muir Middle serves approximately 935 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,566 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Muir Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
John Muir Middle runs 21.2:1 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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John Muir Middle — Students at John Muir Middle score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
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: 7.5/10.
How John Muir Middle Compares
See how John Muir 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
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Muir Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Madison Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Leandro, see our San Leandro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Halkin Elementary San Leandro | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln High (Continuation) San Leandro | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| San Leandro Virtual Academy San Leandro | 0.1 mi | — |
| St. Leander San Leandro | 0.8 mi | — |
| Madison Park Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Madison Park Academy 6-12 Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY San Leandro | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Madison Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Garfield Elementary San Leandro | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| McKinley Elementary San Leandro | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public Oakland | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Esperanza Elementary Oakland | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Corvallis Elementary San Leandro | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Bancroft Middle San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Felicitas Catholic School San Leandro | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST FELICITAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Leandro | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| San Leandro High San Leandro | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,989
Median Home Value
$824,900
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
47,533
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Muir Middle
What grades does John Muir Middle serve?
John Muir Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Muir Middle?
John Muir Middle has an enrollment of approximately 935 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Middle is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Muir Middle rank in CA?
John Muir Middle ranks #3,566 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Muir Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John Muir Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 John Muir Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Muir Middle a charter school?
No, John Muir Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Muir Middle a Title I school?
No, John Muir Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Muir Middle?
77.8% of students at John Muir 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
- 935
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (510) 618-4400
Resources & Links
District
San Leandro Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,741
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,506
- District Rank
- #4 of 12
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