Excellent
#523 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Mission Bay High
High School · San Diego Unified
2475 Grand Ave., San Diego, CA 92109
Enrollment
1,166
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,166
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#523 of 9,539
In San Diego
#30 of 288
public schools
In district
#18 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Mission Bay High
Mission Bay High is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Mission Bay High serves approximately 1,166 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Bay High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #523 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mission Bay High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Mission Bay High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mission Bay High runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mission Bay High — Students at Mission Bay High score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Mission Bay High Compares
See how Mission Bay High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2475 Grand Ave., San Diego, CA 92109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Bay High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Clairemont High (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Barnard Elementary San Diego | 0.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Sessions Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Toler Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Crown Point Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Pacific Beach Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Clairemont High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Marston Middle San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Whittier K-12 San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Pacific Beach Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 1.9 mi | — |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) San Diego | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Longfellow K-8 San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,300
Median Home Value
$1,136,000
Median Rent
$2,362/mo
Population
44,456
College Educated
70.3%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Bay High
What grades does Mission Bay High serve?
Mission Bay High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mission Bay High?
Mission Bay High has an enrollment of approximately 1,166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Bay High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Bay High is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mission Bay High rank in CA?
Mission Bay High ranks #523 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mission Bay High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Bay High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mission Bay High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Bay High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mission Bay High a charter school?
No, Mission Bay High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mission Bay High a Title I school?
No, Mission Bay High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mission Bay High?
44.5% of students at Mission Bay High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (858) 536-0136
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #18 of 174
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