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#5917 of 9,539 schools in CA
Knox Middle
Middle School · San Diego Unified
1098 South 49th St., San Diego, CA 92113
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,917 of 9,539
In San Diego
#195 of 288
public schools
In district
#128 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Knox Middle
Knox Middle is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Knox Middle serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Knox Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,917 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Knox Middle show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Knox Middle runs 20.1:1 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.
40% of students at Knox Middle 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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Knox Middle — Students at Knox Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How Knox Middle Compares
See how Knox Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1098 South 49th St., San Diego, CA 92113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knox Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Balboa Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is El Toyon Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby National City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chollas/Mead Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Erie Christian Academy San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| MT ERIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Porter Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| El Toyon Elementary National City | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Rancho de la Nacion National City | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Chollas/Mead Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Horton Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Chavez Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| America's Finest Charter San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Ira Harbison National City | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Gompers Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,177
Median Home Value
$559,100
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
49,047
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
28.7%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
32
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| Altimira Middle Sonoma, CA | 5.8 |
| Arellanes Junior High Santa Maria, CA | 5.8 |
| Auburndale Intermediate Corona, CA | 5.8 |
| Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin, CA | 5.8 |
| Edgewood Middle West Covina, CA | 5.8 |
| Everett Middle San Francisco, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knox Middle
What grades does Knox Middle serve?
Knox Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Knox Middle?
Knox Middle has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knox Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Knox Middle is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knox Middle rank in CA?
Knox Middle ranks #5,917 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Knox Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Knox Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Knox Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knox Middle has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Knox Middle a charter school?
No, Knox Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knox Middle a Title I school?
No, Knox Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knox Middle?
95.2% of students at Knox 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (619) 344-5500
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #128 of 174
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