Central Middle School

About Central Middle School

Central Middle School is a public school in the heart of the city, serving students in grades 6-8. At Central, we strive to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for our students. We believe in providing a challenging and engaging curriculum that encourages students to think critically and develop their skills in all areas. Our teachers are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential, and our staff is committed to providing a supportive and positive atmosphere.
Central Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs, including sports teams, music and art programs, and student government. We also offer a variety of educational opportunities, such as field trips, guest speakers, and after-school tutoring. Our goal is to provide students with the tools they need to succeed in the future.
At Central Middle School, we are proud to be a part of the local community and we take great pride in our commitment to excellence. We strive to create a learning environment that is both academically rigorous and socially rewarding for our students.

Address:	757 Cedar St. San Carlos, CA 94070
Phone:	(650) 508-7321
Site:	central.scsdk8.org
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	448 students

Overview Central Middle School

Central Middle School serves 448 students in grades 6-8.
Central Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Central Middle School

Central Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.