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#316 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 3% in state

Piedmont Middle

Middle School · Piedmont City Unified

740 Magnolia Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

9.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#316 of 9,539

In Piedmont

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Piedmont City Unified

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Piedmont Middle

9.0/10

Middle School in Piedmont · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Millennium High Alternative

7.5/10

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9.3/10

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About Piedmont Middle

Piedmont Middle is a public middle school in Piedmont, CA, part of Piedmont City Unified. Piedmont Middle serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Piedmont Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Piedmont Middle show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.5 pts above CA schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+42.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38.1 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)72% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,533

Piedmont Middle — Students at Piedmont Middle score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 82.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 87.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
77.3%
ELA
88.8%
2024
Math
76.9%
ELA
83.9%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Piedmont Middle Compares

See how Piedmont Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in CA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

740 Magnolia Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Piedmont Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Beach Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Piedmont High (rated 9.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Piedmont, see our Piedmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Millennium High Alternative Piedmont 0.0 mi 7.5
Piedmont High Piedmont 0.1 mi 9.3
Wildwood Elementary Piedmont 0.2 mi 9.3
Havens Elementary Piedmont 0.2 mi 9.0
Beach Elementary Piedmont 0.6 mi 9.6
Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland 0.9 mi 7.4
St. Theresa School Oakland 1.0 mi
ST THERESA SCHOOL Oakland 1.0 mi 7.7
Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland 0.9 mi 3.2
HOLY NAMES HIGH SCHOOL Oakland 1.2 mi 8.6
Holy Names High School Oakland 1.2 mi
Saint Leo the Great School Oakland 1.0 mi
AURORA SCHOOL Oakland 1.2 mi 6.5
GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland 1.0 mi
AIMS College Prep High Oakland 1.1 mi 6.0
Hillcrest Oakland 1.3 mi 6.9
Oakland High Oakland 1.3 mi 6.0
PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland 1.1 mi
Edna Brewer Middle Oakland 1.4 mi 8.4
Cleveland Elementary Oakland 1.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,517

Median Home Value

$1,485,000

Median Rent

$2,274/mo

Population

39,240

College Educated

77.8%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Piedmont Middle

What grades does Piedmont Middle serve?

Piedmont Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Piedmont Middle?

Piedmont Middle has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Piedmont Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Piedmont Middle is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Piedmont Middle rank in CA?

Piedmont Middle ranks #316 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Piedmont Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Piedmont Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Piedmont Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Piedmont Middle has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Piedmont Middle a charter school?

No, Piedmont Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Piedmont Middle a Title I school?

No, Piedmont Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piedmont Middle?

3.9% of students at Piedmont 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County

District

Piedmont City Unified
District Enrollment
2,308
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,533
District Rank
#5 of 6

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