Very Good
#2168 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Mesa Verde Middle
Middle School · Poway Unified
8375 Entreken Way, San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,168 of 9,539
In San Diego
#109 of 288
public schools
In district
#21 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Mesa Verde Middle
Mesa Verde Middle is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Mesa Verde Middle serves approximately 1,119 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesa Verde Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,168 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mesa Verde Middle show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mesa Verde Middle runs 26.6:1 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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Mesa Verde Middle — Students at Mesa Verde Middle score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
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: 8.3/10.
How Mesa Verde Middle Compares
See how Mesa Verde Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8375 Entreken Way, San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesa Verde Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pacific Trails Middle (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Black Mountain Middle (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Westview High San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Sundance Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Park Village Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Pacific Sky San Diego | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 2.3 mi | — |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Sandburg Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Amazing Grace online School San Diego | 2.2 mi | — |
| Pacific Trails Middle Encinitas | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Willow Ridge Academy San Diego | 2.7 mi | — |
| Canyon Crest Academy Encinitas | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa Verde Middle
What grades does Mesa Verde Middle serve?
Mesa Verde Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mesa Verde Middle?
Mesa Verde Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesa Verde Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesa Verde Middle is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesa Verde Middle rank in CA?
Mesa Verde Middle ranks #2,168 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mesa Verde Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesa Verde Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Verde Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesa Verde Middle has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mesa Verde Middle a charter school?
No, Mesa Verde Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesa Verde Middle a Title I school?
No, Mesa Verde Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mesa Verde Middle?
11.6% of students at Mesa Verde 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
- 1,119
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (858) 538-5478
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #21 of 38
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