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#4702 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
Middle School · Jefferson Elementary
550 East Market St., Daly City, CA 94014
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,702 of 9,539
In Daly City
#13 of 20
public schools
In district
#8 of 14
Jefferson Elementary
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
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About Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is a public middle school in Daly City, CA, part of Jefferson Elementary. Thomas R.
Pollicita Middle serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas R. Pollicita Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,702 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas R. Pollicita Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle runs 21.6:1 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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Thomas R. Pollicita Middle — Students at Thomas R. Pollicita Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
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: 7.5/10.
How Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Compares
See how Thomas R. Pollicita Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
550 East Market St., Daly City, CA 94014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas R. Pollicita Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Colma), which scores notably higher. Another option is John F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLDALE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Daly City | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Thornton High Daly City | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Daly City | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hilldale School Daly City | 0.5 mi | — |
| HILLDALE SCHOOL Daly City | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Jefferson High Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Daly City | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary Daly City | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Garden Village Elementary Colma | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| George Washington Elementary Daly City | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Longfellow Elementary San Francisco | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Daniel Webster Elementary Daly City | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sheridan Elementary San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Intermediate Colma | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$979,500
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
What grades does Thomas R. Pollicita Middle serve?
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas R. Pollicita Middle rank in CA?
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle ranks #4,702 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thomas R. Pollicita Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas R. Pollicita 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 Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thomas R. Pollicita Middle a charter school?
No, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas R. Pollicita Middle a Title I school?
No, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
47.6% of students at Thomas R. Pollicita 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
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (650) 991-1216
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,922
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,819
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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