Serving 924 students in grades 6-8, James L. Day 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James L. Day Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James L. Day Middle School's student population of 924 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
924 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James L. Day Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James L. Day 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
#2185 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James L. Day Middle School's ranking?
James L. Day Middle School is ranked #2185 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are James L. Day Middle School often compared to?
James L. Day Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margarita Middle School, Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James L. Day Middle School?
924 students attend James L. Day Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of James L. Day Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James L. Day Middle School?
James L. Day Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James L. Day Middle School offer ?
James L. Day Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James L. Day Middle School part of?
James L. Day Middle School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.
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