Tierra Del Sol Middle School serves 730 students in grades 6-8.
Tierra Del Sol Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tierra Del Sol Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tierra Del Sol Middle School's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
730 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Tierra Del Sol Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Tierra Del Sol Middle School is 0.59, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1

American Indian
1%
n/a

Asian
3%
12%

Hispanic
36%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
53%
22%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a

Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
53%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tierra Del Sol Middle School's ranking?
Tierra Del Sol Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Tierra Del Sol Middle School?
730 students attend Tierra Del Sol Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tierra Del Sol Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tierra Del Sol Middle School?
Tierra Del Sol Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Tierra Del Sol Middle School offer ?
Tierra Del Sol Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tierra Del Sol Middle School part of?
Tierra Del Sol Middle School is part of Lakeside Union Elementary School District.
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