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Best San Pablo Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 4,352 students in San Pablo, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in San Pablo, CA are Caliber Beta Academy, Making Waves Academy and Montalvin Manor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Pablo, CA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in San Pablo have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in San Pablo, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caliber Beta Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2465 Dolan Way
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 685-9886
Gr: K-8 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Making Waves Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4123 Lakeside Dr.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 262-1511
Gr: 5-12 | 1,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Montalvin Manor Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Christine Dr.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1405
Gr: K-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Summit Public School Tamalpais
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3020 Hilltop Mall Rd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 374-4185
Gr: 7-12 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2625 Barnard Rd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1431
Gr: K-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Oakland Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4215 Foothill Blvd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 532-6751
Gr: 6-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Helms Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2500 Road 20
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3988
Gr: 7-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in San Pablo, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in San Pablo, CA include Caliber Beta Academy, Making Waves Academy and Montalvin Manor Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in San Pablo?
7 public middle schools are located in San Pablo.
What is the racial composition of students in San Pablo?
San Pablo public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in San Pablo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in San Pablo include: Summit Public School Tamalpais vs. Making Waves Academy

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