Serving 1,073 students in grades 6-8, Mesa Verde Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 71%
- Reading Proficiency: 79%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Mesa Verde Middle School's student population of 1,073 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mesa Verde Middle School is 0.71, 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)71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mesa Verde Middle School often compared to?
Mesa Verde Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Valley Middle School, Black Mountain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Mesa Verde Middle School?
1,073 students attend Mesa Verde Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mesa Verde Middle School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Verde Middle School?
Mesa Verde Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, 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 Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Verde Middle School located?
Mesa Verde Middle School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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