Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Pershing Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pershing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pershing Middle School's student population of 772 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pershing Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 schools are Pershing Middle School often compared to?
Pershing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Middle School, Magnolia Science San Diego by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Pershing Middle School?
772 students attend Pershing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pershing Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pershing Middle School?
Pershing Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pershing Middle School offer ?
Pershing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pershing Middle School part of?
Pershing Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (April 1-5)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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