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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Betty Reid Soskin Middle

West Contra Costa Unified · Contra Costa County · 1121 Allview Avenue, El Sobrante, CA 94803-1099

(510) 231-1447

1/10
#1261
Rank 1261 out of 1,315
Top 96%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1275 · 3rd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1249 · 5th percentile
Science1/10 · #1213 · 8th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

El Sobrante is a quietly working-class corner of the East Bay, tucked between Richmond and the hills, and Betty Reid Soskin Middle School reflects the no-frills, community-grounded spirit of the neighborhood it serves. Families here tend to be practical and resilient, and the school's relatively stronger footing in science compared to English and math suggests there may be some hands-on learning happening worth building on. For families considering this area, it's worth getting involved early — parent engagement and outside enrichment can make a real difference at a school still finding its stride.

Student Demographics

337 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
156 (46%)
African American
58 (17%)
Asian
53 (16%)
Multiple Races
22 (7%)
White
20 (6%)
Filipino
18 (5%)
Pacific Islander
8 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners133 (39%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged233 (69%)
Students with Disabilities56 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

372
Enrollment
20.6
Teachers (FTE)
18.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
20.8
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #630 · 54th percentile

109 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found