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#5467 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mesa Middle
Middle School · Lucia Mar Unified
2555 Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,467 of 9,539
In Arroyo Grande
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#13 of 19
Lucia Mar Unified
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Mesa Middle
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About Mesa Middle
Mesa Middle is a public middle school in Arroyo Grande, CA, part of Lucia Mar Unified. Mesa Middle serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,467 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mesa Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Mesa 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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Mesa Middle — Students at Mesa Middle score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
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
↓ 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: 4.8/10.
How Mesa Middle Compares
See how Mesa Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2555 Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesa Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Paulding Middle (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Judkins Middle (rated 7.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arroyo Grande, see our Arroyo Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 3.2 mi | — |
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 3.3 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Arroyo Grande | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach | 3.3 mi | — |
| Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 5.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lange (Dorothea) Elementary Nipomo | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Dana Elementary Nipomo | 5.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,718
Median Home Value
$872,200
Median Rent
$2,025/mo
Population
32,016
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
45.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa Middle
What grades does Mesa Middle serve?
Mesa Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Mesa Middle?
Mesa Middle has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesa Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesa Middle is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesa Middle rank in CA?
Mesa Middle ranks #5,467 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mesa Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Mesa Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesa Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mesa Middle a charter school?
No, Mesa Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesa Middle a Title I school?
No, Mesa Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mesa Middle?
74.2% of students at Mesa 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (805) 474-3400
Resources & Links
District
Lucia Mar Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,621
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,858
- District Rank
- #13 of 19
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