Serving 1,503 students in grades 6-8, Oak Valley Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Valley Middle serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Valley 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
Oak Valley Middle School's student population of 1,503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,503 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Valley Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Valley Middle School is 0.65, 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
#462 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
49%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Valley Middle School's ranking?
Oak Valley Middle School is ranked #462 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Valley Middle School often compared to?
Oak Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Design 39 Campus, Mesa Verde Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Valley Middle School?
1,503 students attend Oak Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Oak Valley Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Valley Middle School?
Oak Valley Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Valley Middle School offer ?
Oak Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Valley Middle School part of?
Oak Valley Middle School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Valley Middle School located?
Oak Valley Middle School is located in the 4S Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in 4S Ranch.
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