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#6537 of 9,539 schools in CA
Joseph George Middle
Middle School · Alum Rock Union Elementary
277 Mahoney Dr., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,537 of 9,539
In San Jose
#146 of 223
public schools
In district
#11 of 22
Alum Rock Union Elementary
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Joseph George Middle
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About Joseph George Middle
Joseph George Middle is a public middle school in San Jose, CA, part of Alum Rock Union Elementary. Joseph George Middle serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph George Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,537 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph George Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Joseph George 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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Joseph George Middle — Students at Joseph George Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Joseph George Middle Compares
See how Joseph George Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
277 Mahoney Dr., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph George Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACHIEVEKIDS (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Latino College Preparatory Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Cureton Elementary San Jose | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Linda Vista Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Latino College Preparatory Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose | 0.8 mi | 1.4 |
| Lyndale Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| James Lick High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Mt. Pleasant Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Millard McCollam Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| AchieveKids San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| ACHIEVEKIDS San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Russo/McEntee Academy San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Thomas P. Ryan Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Foothill High San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Robert Sanders Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,548
Median Home Value
$995,100
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
61,091
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39
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| Renaissance Academy San Jose, CA | 5.4 |
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| Crozier (George W.) Middle Inglewood, CA | 5.5 |
| Gold Trail Placerville, CA | 5.5 |
| Marina del Rey Middle Los Angeles, CA | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph George Middle
What grades does Joseph George Middle serve?
Joseph George Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Joseph George Middle?
Joseph George Middle has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph George Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph George Middle is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph George Middle rank in CA?
Joseph George Middle ranks #6,537 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Joseph George Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph George Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Joseph George Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph George Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joseph George Middle a charter school?
No, Joseph George Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph George Middle a Title I school?
No, Joseph George Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph George Middle?
80.1% of students at Joseph George 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
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (408) 928-7600
Resources & Links
District
Alum Rock Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 7,367
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #11 of 22
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