Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Dolores Huerta Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolores Huerta Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dolores Huerta Middle School's student population of 571 students has grown by 192% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 190% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Dolores Huerta Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dolores Huerta Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4211 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolores Huerta Middle School's ranking?
Dolores Huerta Middle School is ranked #4211 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dolores Huerta Middle School?
571 students attend Dolores Huerta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dolores Huerta Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dolores Huerta Middle School?
Dolores Huerta Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dolores Huerta Middle School offer ?
Dolores Huerta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dolores Huerta Middle School part of?
Dolores Huerta Middle School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dolores Huerta Middle School located?
Dolores Huerta Middle School is located in the Coyote Creek North neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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