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#5714 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pinole Middle
Middle School · West Contra Costa Unified
1575 Mann Dr., Pinole, CA 94564
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,714 of 9,539
In Pinole
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#18 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Pinole Middle
Middle School in Pinole · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pinole Middle
Pinole Middle is a public middle school in Pinole, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Pinole Middle serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinole Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,714 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pinole Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pinole Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Pinole 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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Pinole Middle — Students at Pinole Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
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: 7.1/10.
How Pinole Middle Compares
See how Pinole Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1575 Mann Dr., Pinole, CA 94564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinole Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shannon Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pinole, see our Pinole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| King's Academy Pinole | 0.5 mi | — |
| Shannon Elementary Pinole | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 0.7 mi | — |
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 0.7 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 0.9 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center Tara Hills Campus San Pablo | 1.1 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER - TARA HILLS San Pablo | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,833
Median Home Value
$697,100
Median Rent
$2,738/mo
Population
18,835
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinole Middle
What grades does Pinole Middle serve?
Pinole Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Pinole Middle?
Pinole Middle has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinole Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinole Middle is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinole Middle rank in CA?
Pinole Middle ranks #5,714 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pinole Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinole Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pinole Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinole Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinole Middle a charter school?
No, Pinole Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinole Middle a Title I school?
No, Pinole Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinole Middle?
72.6% of students at Pinole 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1436
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #18 of 52
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