Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Mesa Linda 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 3% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mesa Linda Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Victorville, CA, encompassing approximately 335.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 28 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa Linda Middle School's student population of 735 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
735 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesa Linda 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 Mesa Linda Middle School is 0.57, 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
#9502 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Linda Middle School's ranking?
Mesa Linda Middle School is ranked #9502 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mesa Linda Middle School?
735 students attend Mesa Linda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mesa Linda Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Linda Middle School?
Mesa Linda Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mesa Linda Middle School offer ?
Mesa Linda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mesa Linda Middle School part of?
Mesa Linda Middle School is part of Adelanto Elementary School District.
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