Serving 1,023 students in grades 7-8, La Mesa Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Mesa Junior High School's student population of 1,023 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Mesa Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Mesa Junior High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3668 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Mesa Junior High School's ranking?
La Mesa Junior High School is ranked #3668 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Mesa Junior High School often compared to?
La Mesa Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Mesa Junior High School?
1,023 students attend La Mesa Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of La Mesa Junior High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Mesa Junior High School?
La Mesa Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Mesa Junior High School offer ?
La Mesa Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Mesa Junior High School part of?
La Mesa Junior High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
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