Serving 813 students in grades 6-8, Standley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Standley Middle serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the attendance zone extends up to 6.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Standley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Standley Middle School's student population of 813 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
813 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Standley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Standley Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1706 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standley Middle School's ranking?
Standley Middle School is ranked #1706 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Standley Middle School often compared to?
Standley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muirlands Middle School, Marston Middle School, Innovation Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Standley Middle School?
813 students attend Standley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Standley Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Standley Middle School?
Standley Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Standley Middle School offer ?
Standley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Standley Middle School part of?
Standley Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Standley Middle School located?
Standley Middle School is located in the University City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in University City.
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