Redwood Middle

685 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Redwood Middle School, located in the prestigious Saratoga Union School District in Saratoga, California, is widely recognized as one of the top-performing middle schools in the state. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is celebrated for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to excellence. It consistently earns high marks on state assessments and is often lauded for its robust STEM programming, comprehensive elective offerings, and a culture that prioritizes both intellectual growth and character development.

Beyond its academic reputation, Redwood Middle is known for its strong sense of community and parent involvement. Situated in a suburban setting, the school benefits from a highly engaged community that supports a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs. The school’s focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive atmosphere helps students transition successfully from elementary school to high school, consistently preparing them for the challenges of honors and advanced coursework in the nearby Saratoga High School.

685

Total Students

37.6

Full-Time Teachers

18.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

2.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Redwood Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	137
Hispanic	28
Black	1
Asian	446
Two or More	73

Asian
446 (65.1 %)
White
137 (20.0 %)
Two or More
73 (10.7 %)
Hispanic
28 (4.1 %)
Black
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:	Saratoga Union Elementary
Phone:	(408)867-3042
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	685
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	18
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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 6 217

Grade 7 210

Grade 8 258