Serving 1,119 students in grades 6-8, Mesa Verde 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 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Verde 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
Diversity
School Overview
Mesa Verde Middle School's student population of 1,119 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Rankings
Mesa Verde Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Verde Middle School is 0.68, 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
#546 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Mesa Verde Middle School's ranking?
Mesa Verde Middle School is ranked #546 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mesa Verde Middle School often compared to?
Mesa Verde Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Mountain Middle School, Oak Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mesa Verde Middle School?
1,119 students attend Mesa Verde Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mesa Verde Middle School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Verde Middle School?
Mesa Verde Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mesa Verde Middle School offer ?
Mesa Verde Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mesa Verde Middle School part of?
Mesa Verde Middle School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Verde Middle School located?
Mesa Verde Middle School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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