Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Mann Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mann Middle serves an 8.4 square mile area in the southeast part of San Diego, CA, with typical driving times of 5 to 10 minutes to the school and an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mann Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mann Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mann 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7624 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mann Middle School's ranking?
Mann Middle School is ranked #7624 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mann Middle School?
680 students attend Mann Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mann Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mann Middle School?
Mann Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mann Middle School offer ?
Mann Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mann Middle School part of?
Mann Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mann Middle School located?
Mann Middle School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City.
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