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#4738 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 50% in state
Sequoia Middle
Middle School · Mt. Diablo Unified
265 Boyd Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,738 of 9,539
In Pleasant Hill
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#9 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Sequoia Middle
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About Sequoia Middle
Sequoia Middle is a public middle school in Pleasant Hill, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Sequoia Middle serves approximately 835 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Sequoia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,738 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Sequoia Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Sequoia Middle runs 25.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Sequoia Middle — Students at Sequoia Middle score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.6/10.
How Sequoia Middle Compares
See how Sequoia Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
265 Boyd Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sequoia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valley View Middle (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pleasant Hill Middle (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pleasant Hill, see our Pleasant Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sequoia Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Pleasant Hill Middle Pleasant Hill | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Horizons School: Independent Study Pleasant Hill | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Pleasant Hill | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Christ the King Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.6 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pleasant Hill | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Strandwood Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Gregory Gardens Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| WELLSPRING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Wellspring Educational Services Inc Walnut Creek | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Walnut Creek Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| College Park High Pleasant Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Valley View Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy Pleasant Hill | 1.2 mi | — |
| PLEASANT HILL ADVENTIST ACADEMY Pleasant Hill | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Cambridge Elementary Concord | 1.3 mi | 2.0 |
| Grayson Creek Academy Pleasant Hill | 1.5 mi | — |
| Contra Costa Christian Schools Walnut Creek | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94523 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,622
Median Home Value
$1,038,400
Median Rent
$2,479/mo
Population
34,789
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sequoia Middle
What grades does Sequoia Middle serve?
Sequoia Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sequoia Middle?
Sequoia Middle has an enrollment of approximately 835 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Middle is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sequoia Middle rank in CA?
Sequoia Middle ranks #4,738 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sequoia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sequoia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Sequoia Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoia Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sequoia Middle a charter school?
No, Sequoia Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sequoia Middle a Title I school?
No, Sequoia Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sequoia Middle?
29.2% of students at Sequoia 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
- 835
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (925) 934-8174
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #9 of 47
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