Serving 632 students in grades 6-8, De Portola Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Portola Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
De Portola Middle School's student population of 632 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
De Portola Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Portola Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2349 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
32%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Portola Middle School's ranking?
De Portola Middle School is ranked #2349 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are De Portola Middle School often compared to?
De Portola Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend De Portola Middle School?
632 students attend De Portola Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of De Portola Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Portola Middle School?
De Portola Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does De Portola Middle School offer ?
De Portola Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is De Portola Middle School part of?
De Portola Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is De Portola Middle School located?
De Portola Middle School is located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Tierrasanta.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Tryouts (Soccer and Volleyball)
November 04, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - N0 SCHOOL
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester 1 Grading Period
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 29, 2025 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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