Harvest Park Middle School

Harvest Park Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
4900 Valley Ave,  Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton Unified School District
4.0
3.6
1,051 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jill Butler
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Math Proficiency
78%
Reading Proficiency
81%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
81%
Math Proficiency
78%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.6%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
63.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
31%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
450:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
57.6%
White
29.8%
Two or more races
6%
Hispanic
5%
Black
1.2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#35 Best Public MS in California
#67 Best Public MS Teachers in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 11 Reviews
5.0 Middle School Student
1/25/2021
Just amazing. Teachers are nice. Library is beautiful dn new. School is great!!! There are plenty of extracurricular activities and lots of fun activities, zooms, get-togethers, and more! The academics is perfect, not too much and not to less. Everyone is really nice and encouraging.
4.0 Alum
7/8/2019
Harvest Park definitely taught me a lot, and it was a generally enjoyable experience. However, the education that I received there didn't ready me for high school or for college. In order to feel ready for upcoming grades, anybody must go above and beyond in every class and put 110% effort to truly get benefits academically.
3.0 NicheUser
5/20/2015
There aren't that many sports teams at this middle school, however, many students get involved. Not much school spirit because not that many people go to games.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 17 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/10/2025
Claiming to be the best school in the county means nothing if student safety isn't a priority. Our child experienced hazing here, and shockingly, the staff seemed completely unaware. Bullying is rampant, and when reported, the school's response is woefully inadequate - just separating the kids witho...
5.0 student
8/7/2024
As a student here I haven't ever seen anyone come across discrimination and the other kids here are highly intellectual. They provide a safe space to learn, though I may not be enthusiastic about learning and I have come across bad teachers I believe that they are doing their best and providing adeq...
5.0 student
8/7/2024
As a student here I haven't ever seen anyone come across discrimination and the other kids here are highly intellectual. They provide a safe space to learn, though I may not be enthusiastic about learning and I have come across bad teachers I believe that they are doing their best and providing adeq...
5.0 parent
7/18/2024
Harvest Park has long been the preferred middle school in Pleasanton. It was an outstanding experience for both of our daughters, and as parents. The school environment was safe, the teachers and staff were engaged and always provided opportunities for teacher-parent communications. They were very w...

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Harvest Park Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Pleasanton, CA and is served by the Pleasanton Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,051 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 78% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 81% are proficient in reading. Harvest Park Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,698,562. Discover additional schools in the area, like Amador Valley High School, Foothill High School, Village High School, and more. Learn more about what Pleasanton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Harvest Park Middle School.

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