Serving 375 students in grades 6-8, Taft Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taft Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Taft Middle School's student population of 375 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taft Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taft Middle School is 0.77, 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
#5333 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taft Middle School's ranking?
Taft Middle School is ranked #5333 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Taft Middle School?
375 students attend Taft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Taft Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taft Middle School?
Taft Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taft Middle School offer ?
Taft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Taft Middle School part of?
Taft Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Taft Middle School located?
Taft Middle School is located in the Serra Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Serra Mesa.
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