Serving 587 students in grades 6-8, Mesa Verde Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Verde Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mesa Verde Middle School's student population of 587 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mesa Verde Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Verde Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1290 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Verde Middle School's ranking?
Mesa Verde Middle School is ranked #1290 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mesa Verde Middle School often compared to?
Mesa Verde Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Middle School, Santa Rosa Technology Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Mesa Verde Middle School?
587 students attend Mesa Verde Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mesa Verde Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Verde Middle School?
Mesa Verde Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mesa Verde Middle School offer ?
Mesa Verde Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mesa Verde Middle School part of?
Mesa Verde Middle School is part of Moorpark Unified School District.
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