Very Good
#3024 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
James L. Day Middle
Middle School · Temecula Valley Unified
40775 Camino Campos Verdes, Temecula, CA 92591
Enrollment
924
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
924
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,024 of 9,539
In Temecula
#4 of 33
public schools
In district
#4 of 29
Temecula Valley Unified
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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James L. Day Middle
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About James L. Day Middle
James L. Day Middle is a public middle school in Temecula, CA, part of Temecula Valley Unified. James L.
Day Middle serves approximately 924 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James L. Day Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,024 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for James L. Day Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
James L. Day Middle runs 22.5:1 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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James L. Day Middle — Students at James L. Day Middle score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.8/10.
How James L. Day Middle Compares
See how James L. Day Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40775 Camino Campos Verdes, Temecula, CA 92591
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James L. Day Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Warm Springs Middle (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Murrieta), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Margarita Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Temecula, see our Temecula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONCORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Temecula | 0.2 mi | — |
| ABC Child Care Center Temecula | 0.7 mi | — |
| Chaparral High Temecula | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ABC Child Care Village Temecula | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ysabel Barnett Elementary Temecula | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Temecula Elementary Temecula | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| WILD ROOTS HOLISTIC LEARNING CENTER Temecula | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Wild Roots Holistic Learning Center Temecula | 1.2 mi | — |
| Margarita Middle Temecula | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Harbor Springs Charter Temecula | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Empire Springs Charter Temecula | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| River Springs Charter Temecula | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| TEMECULA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Temecula | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Peppertree Montessori - Temecula Temecula | 1.6 mi | — |
| Warm Springs Middle Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| The University of America High School Temecula | 1.4 mi | — |
| Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Vail Elementary Temecula | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Big Springs School Temecula Temecula | 1.6 mi | — |
| BIG SPRINGS CENTER & SCHOOL Temecula | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92591 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,312
Median Home Value
$649,900
Median Rent
$2,196/mo
Population
41,673
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
36.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowview Middle San Bernardino, CA | 7.2 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle San Bernardino, CA | 7.2 |
| Diegueno Middle Encinitas, CA | 7.2 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland, CA | 7.2 |
| Ernest Lawrence Middle Chatsworth, CA | 7.2 |
| Foothill Middle Walnut Creek, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James L. Day Middle
What grades does James L. Day Middle serve?
James L. Day Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend James L. Day Middle?
James L. Day Middle has an enrollment of approximately 924 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James L. Day Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at James L. Day Middle is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James L. Day Middle rank in CA?
James L. Day Middle ranks #3,024 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is James L. Day Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
James L. Day Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 James L. Day Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James L. Day Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James L. Day Middle a charter school?
No, James L. Day Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James L. Day Middle a Title I school?
No, James L. Day Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James L. Day Middle?
47.0% of students at James L. Day Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 924
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (951) 699-8138
Resources & Links
District
Temecula Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 26,491
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,180
- District Rank
- #4 of 29
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