Excellent
#886 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Juan Cabrillo Middle
Middle School · Santa Clara Unified
2550 Cabrillo Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#886 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#9 of 23
public schools
In district
#8 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Juan Cabrillo Middle
Juan Cabrillo Middle is a public middle school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Juan Cabrillo Middle serves approximately 804 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Cabrillo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #886 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Juan Cabrillo Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Juan Cabrillo Middle — Students at Juan Cabrillo Middle score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Juan Cabrillo Middle Compares
See how Juan Cabrillo Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2550 Cabrillo Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan Cabrillo Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Briarwood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Santa Clara High (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Scott Lane Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| C. W. Haman Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Justin Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S WORLD BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | — |
| Wilson Alternative Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | — |
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan Cabrillo Middle
What grades does Juan Cabrillo Middle serve?
Juan Cabrillo Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Juan Cabrillo Middle?
Juan Cabrillo Middle has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Cabrillo Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan Cabrillo Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan Cabrillo Middle rank in CA?
Juan Cabrillo Middle ranks #886 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Juan Cabrillo Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan Cabrillo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Juan Cabrillo Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan Cabrillo Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juan Cabrillo Middle a charter school?
No, Juan Cabrillo Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan Cabrillo Middle a Title I school?
No, Juan Cabrillo Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan Cabrillo Middle?
29.4% of students at Juan Cabrillo 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
- 804
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (408) 423-3700
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #8 of 28
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