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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Sequoia Middle

Mt. Diablo Unified · Contra Costa County · 265 Boyd Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-3297

(925) 934-8174 · www.mdusd.org

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8/10
#321
Rank 321 out of 1,315
Top 24%
English Language Arts8/10 · #352 · 73rd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #279 · 79th percentile
Science8/10 · #372 · 72nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Sequoia Middle sits in the heart of Pleasant Hill, a suburban East Bay community that strikes a nice balance between quiet neighborhoods and easy access to the broader Contra Costa area. Ranking in the 76th percentile statewide, it's a solid choice for families who want strong academics — particularly in math — without the pressure-cooker environment of some higher-ranked Bay Area schools. Families drawn to a grounded, community-feel middle school experience, where kids are genuinely prepared for high school without being overwhelmed, tend to thrive here.

Student Demographics

863 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
332 (38%)
White
206 (24%)
Multiple Races
92 (11%)
Asian
87 (10%)
Filipino
73 (8%)
African American
27 (3%)
Other
46 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners211 (24%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged446 (52%)
Students with Disabilities77 (9%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

882
Enrollment
33.8
Teachers (FTE)
26.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
31
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 Programs9/10 · #247 · 82nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found