Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, Muirlands 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 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Muirlands Middle serves the west part of La Jolla, CA, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muirlands 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
Muirlands Middle School's student population of 742 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire - Innovate - Ignite
School Rankings
Muirlands 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 Muirlands Middle School is 0.62, 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
#768 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muirlands Middle School's ranking?
Muirlands Middle School is ranked #768 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Muirlands Middle School often compared to?
Muirlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Standley Middle School, Correia Middle School, Pacific Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Muirlands Middle School?
742 students attend Muirlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Muirlands Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muirlands Middle School?
Muirlands Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Muirlands Middle School offer ?
Muirlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Muirlands Middle School part of?
Muirlands Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
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