Serving 1,240 students in grades 9-12, Mission Bay High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission Bay High serves the west part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive, typically around 2 miles from the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mission Bay High School's student population of 1,240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,240 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Campus Size
55 acres
School Rankings
Mission Bay High 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 Mission Bay High School is 0.66, 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
#3375 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
44%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Buccaneer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Bay High School's ranking?
Mission Bay High School is ranked #3375 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Bay High School often compared to?
Mission Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clairemont High School, La Jolla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Mission Bay High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mission Bay High School?
1,240 students attend Mission Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mission Bay High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Bay High School?
Mission Bay High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Bay High School offer ?
Mission Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission Bay High School part of?
Mission Bay High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Bay High School located?
Mission Bay High School is located in the Pacific Beach neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Pacific Beach.
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