Serving 1,487 students in grades 6-8, Bernardo Heights Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernardo Heights Middle serves the northern part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernardo Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bernardo Heights Middle School's student population of 1,487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,487 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernardo Heights Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernardo Heights Middle School is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1202 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
27%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
41%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernardo Heights Middle School's ranking?
Bernardo Heights Middle School is ranked #1202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bernardo Heights Middle School often compared to?
Bernardo Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Peaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bernardo Heights Middle School?
1,487 students attend Bernardo Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bernardo Heights Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernardo Heights Middle School?
Bernardo Heights Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bernardo Heights Middle School offer ?
Bernardo Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bernardo Heights Middle School part of?
Bernardo Heights Middle School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bernardo Heights Middle School located?
Bernardo Heights Middle School is located in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rancho Bernardo.
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