Average
#7316 of 9,539 schools in CA
John Muir Language Academy
School · San Diego Unified
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,316 of 9,539
In San Diego
#234 of 288
public schools
In district
#150 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About John Muir Language Academy
John Muir Language Academy is a public school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. John Muir Language Academy serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,316 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Muir Language Academy show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
John Muir Language Academy runs 21.3:1 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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John Muir Language Academy — Students at John Muir Language Academy score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 3.9/10.
How John Muir Language Academy Compares
See how John Muir Language Academy 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
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Muir Language Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mt. Everest Academy (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Learning Choice Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Santee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.2 mi | — |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Marston Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Clairemont High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
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 John Muir Language Academy
What grades does John Muir Language Academy serve?
John Muir Language Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend John Muir Language Academy?
John Muir Language Academy has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Language Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Language Academy is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Muir Language Academy rank in CA?
John Muir Language Academy ranks #7,316 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Muir Language Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
John Muir Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 John Muir Language Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Language Academy has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Muir Language Academy a charter school?
No, John Muir Language Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Muir Language Academy a Title I school?
No, John Muir Language Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Muir Language Academy?
43.7% of students at John Muir Language Academy 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (858) 268-1954
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #150 of 174
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