Serving 2,219 students in grades 9-12, Mira Mesa High School ranks in the top 20% 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mira Mesa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mira Mesa High School's student population of 2,219 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mira Mesa High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mira Mesa High School is 0.70, 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
#1459 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mira Mesa High School's ranking?
Mira Mesa High School is ranked #1459 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mira Mesa High School often compared to?
Mira Mesa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mira Mesa High School?
The graduation rate of Mira Mesa High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mira Mesa High School?
2,219 students attend Mira Mesa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mira Mesa High School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mira Mesa High School?
Mira Mesa High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mira Mesa High School offer ?
Mira Mesa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mira Mesa High School part of?
Mira Mesa High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mira Mesa High School located?
Mira Mesa High School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
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