Average
#4006 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Mission Hill Middle
Middle School · Santa Cruz City High
425 King St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,006 of 9,539
In Santa Cruz
#13 of 25
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Santa Cruz City High
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Mission Hill Middle
Mission Hill Middle is a public middle school in Santa Cruz, CA, part of Santa Cruz City High. Mission Hill Middle serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,006 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mission Hill Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mission Hill Middle — Students at Mission Hill Middle score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Mission Hill Middle Compares
See how Mission Hill Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
425 King St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Hill Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pacific Collegiate Charter (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Cruz High (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Branciforte Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Holy Cross Santa Cruz | 0.5 mi | — |
| SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | — |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,040
Median Home Value
$1,189,300
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
46,024
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Hill Middle
What grades does Mission Hill Middle serve?
Mission Hill Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mission Hill Middle?
Mission Hill Middle has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Hill Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Hill Middle is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mission Hill Middle rank in CA?
Mission Hill Middle ranks #4,006 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mission Hill Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Mission Hill Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Hill Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mission Hill Middle a charter school?
No, Mission Hill Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mission Hill Middle a Title I school?
No, Mission Hill Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mission Hill Middle?
33.2% of students at Mission Hill 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
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (831) 429-3860
Resources & Links
District
Santa Cruz City High- District Enrollment
- 4,504
- Schools in District
- 9
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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