Average
#4180 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Montgomery Middle
Middle School · San Diego Unified
2470 Ulric St., San Diego, CA 92111
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,180 of 9,539
In San Diego
#158 of 288
public schools
In district
#99 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Montgomery Middle
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About Montgomery Middle
Montgomery Middle is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Montgomery Middle serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,180 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Montgomery Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Montgomery 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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Montgomery Middle — Students at Montgomery Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.7/10.
How Montgomery Middle Compares
See how Montgomery Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2470 Ulric St., San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montgomery Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kearny Eng Innov & Design (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow K-8 (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Diego Cooperative Charter (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,081
Median Home Value
$754,300
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
45,888
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montgomery Middle
What grades does Montgomery Middle serve?
Montgomery Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Montgomery Middle?
Montgomery Middle has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Middle is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montgomery Middle rank in CA?
Montgomery Middle ranks #4,180 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Montgomery Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Montgomery Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Montgomery Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Montgomery Middle a charter school?
No, Montgomery Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montgomery Middle a Title I school?
No, Montgomery Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montgomery Middle?
83.6% of students at Montgomery 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
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (858) 397-6600
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #99 of 174
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