Excellent
#565 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Lipman Middle
Middle School · Brisbane Elementary
1 Solano St., Brisbane, CA 94005
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#565 of 9,539
In Brisbane
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Brisbane Elementary
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Lipman Middle
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About Lipman Middle
Lipman Middle is a public middle school in Brisbane, CA, part of Brisbane Elementary. Lipman Middle serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Lipman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #565 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lipman Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Lipman Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Lipman Middle — Students at Lipman Middle score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.3%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Lipman Middle Compares
See how Lipman Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Solano St., Brisbane, CA 94005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lipman Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Visitacion Valley Middle (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby San Francisco), a more accessible option. Additionally, Parkway Heights Middle (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby South San Francisco), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brisbane, see our Brisbane schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Elementary Brisbane | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Bayshore Daly City | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Elementary South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MILLS MONTESSORI South San Francisco | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE VISITACION SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE VISITACION SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Our Lady of the Visitacion Elementary San Francisco | 1.6 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Visitacion Valley Elementary San Francisco | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Spruce Elementary South San Francisco | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| SHILOH UNITED SCHOOL South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ALL SOULS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Visitacion Valley Middle San Francisco | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Parkway Heights Middle South San Francisco | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Building Kidz South San Francisco | 2.1 mi | — |
| McLaren (John) Children Centers San Francisco | 2.1 mi | — |
| El Dorado Elementary San Francisco | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Sunshine Gardens Elementary South San Francisco | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Guadalupe Elementary San Francisco | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,593
Median Home Value
$1,127,200
Median Rent
$2,634/mo
Population
4,718
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lipman Middle
What grades does Lipman Middle serve?
Lipman Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lipman Middle?
Lipman Middle has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lipman Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lipman Middle is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lipman Middle rank in CA?
Lipman Middle ranks #565 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lipman Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lipman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Lipman Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lipman Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lipman Middle a charter school?
No, Lipman Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lipman Middle a Title I school?
No, Lipman Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lipman Middle?
25.3% of students at Lipman 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
- 162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (415) 467-9541
Resources & Links
District
Brisbane Elementary- District Enrollment
- 477
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,077
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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