Below Average
#7548 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mount Miguel High
High School · Grossmont Union High
8585 Blossom Ln., Spring Valley, CA 91977
Enrollment
1,506
Student-Teacher
83.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,506
Student-Teacher
83.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,548 of 9,539
In Spring Valley
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
Grossmont Union High
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Mount Miguel High
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About Mount Miguel High
Mount Miguel High is a public high school in Spring Valley, CA, part of Grossmont Union High. Mount Miguel High serves approximately 1,506 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 83.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Miguel High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,548 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Miguel High show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mount Miguel High runs 83.7:1 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.
31% of students at Mount Miguel High 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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Mount Miguel High — Students at Mount Miguel High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
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
→ 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: 7.4/10.
How Mount Miguel High Compares
See how Mount Miguel High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8585 Blossom Ln., Spring Valley, CA 91977
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Miguel High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Keiller Leadership Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Freese Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lemon Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Valley, see our Spring Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91977 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,407
Median Home Value
$623,500
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
62,957
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Miguel High
What grades does Mount Miguel High serve?
Mount Miguel High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Miguel High?
Mount Miguel High has an enrollment of approximately 1,506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Miguel High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Miguel High is 83.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Miguel High rank in CA?
Mount Miguel High ranks #7,548 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mount Miguel High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Miguel High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mount Miguel High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Miguel High has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Miguel High a charter school?
No, Mount Miguel High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Miguel High a Title I school?
No, Mount Miguel High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Miguel High?
80.3% of students at Mount Miguel High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 83.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (619) 664-8400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 78.0%
Resources & Links
District
Grossmont Union High- District Enrollment
- 16,566
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,399
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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