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#4183 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Taft Middle
Middle School · San Diego Unified
9191 Gramercy Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,183 of 9,539
In San Diego
#161 of 288
public schools
In district
#102 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Taft Middle
Taft Middle is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Taft Middle serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,183 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Taft Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Taft Middle — Students at Taft Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
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: 5.7/10.
How Taft Middle Compares
See how Taft Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9191 Gramercy Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. School for Entrepreneurship and Technology (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL San Diego | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Cubberley Elementary San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Columba Catholic School San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| Wegeforth Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Juarez Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Soille San Diego Hebrew Day San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Le Lycée Français de San Diego San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| LE LYCEE FRANCAIS DE SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Elevate San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Hancock Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Altus Schools Audeo San Diego | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Kreuger Academy San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| Nazareth School of San Diego San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| NAZARETH SCHOOL, SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Miller Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,856
Median Home Value
$799,600
Median Rent
$2,798/mo
Population
32,999
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
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| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle Costa Mesa, CA | 6.7 |
| Evergreen Middle Cottonwood, CA | 6.7 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego, CA | 6.7 |
| Ramona Junior High Chino, CA | 6.7 |
| San Jose Middle Novato, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft Middle
What grades does Taft Middle serve?
Taft Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Taft Middle?
Taft Middle has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft Middle rank in CA?
Taft Middle ranks #4,183 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Taft Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft 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 Taft Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taft Middle a charter school?
No, Taft Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft Middle a Title I school?
No, Taft Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taft Middle?
61.9% of students at Taft 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
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (858) 935-2650
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #102 of 174
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