Serving 1,178 students in grades 6-8, Mesa Verde Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mesa Verde Middle serves the southwest part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Verde 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
Mesa Verde Middle School's student population of 1,178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesa Verde Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Verde Middle School is 0.69, 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
#493 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Verde Middle School's ranking?
Mesa Verde Middle School is ranked #493 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mesa Verde Middle School often compared to?
Mesa Verde Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Mountain Middle School, Oak Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mesa Verde Middle School?
1,178 students attend Mesa Verde Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mesa Verde Middle School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Verde Middle School?
Mesa Verde Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mesa Verde Middle School offer ?
Mesa Verde Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mesa Verde Middle School part of?
Mesa Verde Middle School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Verde Middle School located?
Mesa Verde Middle School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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