Below Average
#8449 of 9,539 schools in CA
Maze Middle
Middle School · Hollister
900 Meridian St., Hollister, CA 95023
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,449 of 9,539
In Hollister
#14 of 19
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
Hollister
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Maze Middle
Middle School in Hollister · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maze Middle
Maze Middle is a public middle school in Hollister, CA, part of Hollister. Maze Middle serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Maze Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Maze Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Maze 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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Maze Middle — Students at Maze Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
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: 4.1/10.
How Maze Middle Compares
See how Maze Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 Meridian St., Hollister, CA 95023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maze Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. San Benito County Opportunity (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rancho San Justo (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hollister, see our Hollister schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hollister Dual Language Academy Hollister | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| San Andreas Continuation High Hollister | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| San Benito County Opportunity Hollister | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Pinnacles Community Hollister | 0.6 mi | — |
| Sunnyslope Elementary Hollister | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Rancho San Justo Hollister | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Hollister Adventist Christian School Hollister | 1.1 mi | — |
| HOLLISTER SDA CHRISTIAN SCHO Hollister | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Hollister | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLLISTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hollister | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hollister High Hollister | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollister | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Ladd Lane Elementary Hollister | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Hollister | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Little Tree Community- A Wildflower Montessori Sch Hollister | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hollister Prep Hollister | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Cerra Vista Elementary Hollister | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| R. O. Hardin Elementary Hollister | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Rancho Santana Hollister | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Calaveras Elementary Hollister | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,156
Median Home Value
$740,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
58,374
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
35.3
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|---|---|
| Anna McKenney Intermediate Marysville, CA | 4.1 |
| Catherine L. Zane Middle Eureka, CA | 4.1 |
| Lucille Whitehead Intermediate Waterford, CA | 4.1 |
| Renaissance at Mathson San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| San Ysidro Middle San Ysidro, CA | 4.1 |
| Vista Charter Middle Los Angeles, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maze Middle
What grades does Maze Middle serve?
Maze Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Maze Middle?
Maze Middle has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maze Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Maze Middle is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maze Middle rank in CA?
Maze Middle ranks #8,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Maze Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Maze Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Maze Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maze Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maze Middle a charter school?
No, Maze Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maze Middle a Title I school?
No, Maze Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maze Middle?
60.5% of students at Maze 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
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Benito County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (831) 636-4480
Resources & Links
District
Hollister- District Enrollment
- 5,772
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,616
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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