Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Innovation Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Innovation Middle serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.7 square miles, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.7 miles, with the furthest edge being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Innovation Middle School's student population of 350 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Innovation Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation Middle School is 0.62, which is less 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
#4601 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Middle School's ranking?
Innovation Middle School is ranked #4601 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Innovation Middle School often compared to?
Innovation Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Standley Middle School, Creative Performing And Media Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Innovation Middle School?
350 students attend Innovation Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Innovation Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Innovation Middle School?
Innovation Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Innovation Middle School offer ?
Innovation Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Innovation Middle School part of?
Innovation Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Middle School located?
Innovation Middle School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
School Calendar
View the Innovation Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of Student Support
May 13, 2027 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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