Excellent
#1006 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Oak Valley Middle
Middle School · Poway Unified
16055 Winecreek Rd., San Diego, CA 92127
Enrollment
1,485
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,485
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,006 of 9,539
In San Diego
#62 of 288
public schools
In district
#7 of 38
Poway Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Oak Valley Middle
Oak Valley Middle is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Oak Valley Middle serves approximately 1,485 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Valley Middle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Oak Valley Middle runs 24.3:1 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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Oak Valley Middle — Students at Oak Valley Middle score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.1%
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: 9.5/10.
How Oak Valley Middle Compares
See how Oak Valley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16055 Winecreek Rd., San Diego, CA 92127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Design 39 Campus (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Ranch Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Amazing Grace Christian School San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Del Norte High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Design 39 Campus San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Praxis Elite Sports Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Monterey Ridge Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Poway to Palomar Middle College High San Diego | 2.0 mi | — |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Del Sur Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Diego | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Westwood Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 2.5 mi | — |
| DOT TO DOT San Diego | 2.3 mi | — |
| Highland Ranch Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,220
Median Home Value
$1,165,100
Median Rent
$2,642/mo
Population
50,711
College Educated
72.4%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
38.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chaparral Middle Diamond Bar, CA | 8.4 |
| Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle Elk Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Gale Ranch Middle San Ramon, CA | 8.4 |
| George K. Porter Middle Granada Hills, CA | 8.4 |
| Hoover (Herbert) Middle San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| La Colina Junior High Santa Barbara, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Valley Middle
What grades does Oak Valley Middle serve?
Oak Valley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oak Valley Middle?
Oak Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Valley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Valley Middle is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Valley Middle rank in CA?
Oak Valley Middle ranks #1,006 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Oak Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Oak Valley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Valley Middle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oak Valley Middle a charter school?
No, Oak Valley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Valley Middle a Title I school?
No, Oak Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Valley Middle?
10.1% of students at Oak Valley 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
- 1,485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (858) 487-2939
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #7 of 38
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