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#7002 of 9,539 schools in CA
Creative Performing and Media Arts
Middle School · San Diego Unified
5050 Conrad Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,002 of 9,539
In San Diego
#227 of 288
public schools
In district
#145 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Creative Performing and Media Arts
Creative Performing and Media Arts is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Creative Performing and Media Arts serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Creative Performing and Media Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,002 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Creative Performing and Media Arts show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Creative Performing and Media Arts were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Creative Performing and Media Arts — Students at Creative Performing and Media Arts score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Creative Performing and Media Arts Compares
See how Creative Performing and Media Arts 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
5050 Conrad Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creative Performing and Media Arts may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. High Tech Middle Mesa (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Innovation Middle (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Innovation Middle San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Madison High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Lafayette Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creative Performing and Media Arts
What grades does Creative Performing and Media Arts serve?
Creative Performing and Media Arts serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Creative Performing and Media Arts?
Creative Performing and Media Arts has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creative Performing and Media Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Creative Performing and Media Arts is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creative Performing and Media Arts rank in CA?
Creative Performing and Media Arts ranks #7,002 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Creative Performing and Media Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Creative Performing and Media Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Creative Performing and Media Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creative Performing and Media Arts has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Creative Performing and Media Arts a charter school?
No, Creative Performing and Media Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creative Performing and Media Arts a Title I school?
No, Creative Performing and Media Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creative Performing and Media Arts?
69.6% of students at Creative Performing and Media Arts qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 695
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (858) 800-5550
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #145 of 174
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