Joaquin Miller Middle

1,067 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Joaquin Miller Middle School, located in the Cupertino Union School District in San Jose, California, is a highly regarded public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. It is widely recognized for its academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top-performing schools in the state. The school fosters a rigorous learning environment with a strong emphasis on STEM education, music programs, and extracurricular activities, supported by an active and dedicated parent-teacher community.

The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to preparing students for high-achieving high schools in the area. With a focus on both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, Joaquin Miller Middle encourages students to participate in a variety of clubs, athletics, and leadership opportunities. Its prime location in Silicon Valley often influences its curriculum and technology-integrated approach, making it a popular choice for families seeking a comprehensive and challenging middle school experience.

1,067

Total Students

51.2

Full-Time Teachers

20.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

13.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Joaquin Miller Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	50
Hispanic	23
Black	3
Asian	908
Two or More	82
American Indian	1

Asian
908 (85.1%)
Two or More
82 (7.7%)
White
50 (4.7%)
Hispanic
23 (2.2%)
Black
3 (0.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Cupertino Union
Phone:	(408)252-3755
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,067
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	78
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	66

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 371

Grade 7 372

Grade 8 324