Excellent
#1302 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Dana
Middle School · San Diego Unified
1775 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA 92106
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,302 of 9,539
In San Diego
#80 of 288
public schools
In district
#50 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Dana
Middle School in San Diego · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dana
Dana is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Dana serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,302 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dana show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Dana runs 22.3:1 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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Dana — Students at Dana score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.6/10.
How Dana Compares
See how Dana performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1775 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA 92106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dana may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Correia Middle (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is High Tech Middle Media Arts (rated 4.3/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, High Tech Middle (rated 3.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Gate Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Ocean Beach Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Warren-Walker School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Community School of San Diego High School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sunset View Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,209
Median Home Value
$1,359,000
Median Rent
$2,231/mo
Population
20,863
College Educated
62.7%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Aliso Viejo Middle Aliso Viejo, CA | 8.2 |
| Carmel Middle Carmel, CA | 8.2 |
| Emerson Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Farb Middle San Diego, CA | 8.2 |
| Leroy L. Doig Intermediate Garden Grove, CA | 8.2 |
| Liberty Middle Lemoore, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dana
What grades does Dana serve?
Dana serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Dana?
Dana has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dana?
The student-teacher ratio at Dana is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dana rank in CA?
Dana ranks #1,302 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dana's MySchoolScout rating?
Dana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Dana?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dana has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dana a charter school?
No, Dana is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dana a Title I school?
No, Dana is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dana?
37.3% of students at Dana 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (619) 225-3897
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #50 of 174
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