Serving 712 students in grades 6-8, Wangenheim Middle 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 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wangenheim Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wangenheim Middle School's student population of 712 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wangenheim Middle 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 Wangenheim Middle School is 0.73, 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
#3588 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
34%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Wangenheim Middle School's ranking?
Wangenheim Middle School is ranked #3588 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wangenheim Middle School often compared to?
Wangenheim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wangenheim Middle School?
712 students attend Wangenheim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Wangenheim Middle School students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wangenheim Middle School?
Wangenheim Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Wangenheim Middle School offer ?
Wangenheim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wangenheim Middle School part of?
Wangenheim Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wangenheim Middle School located?
Wangenheim Middle School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
School Calendar
View the Wangenheim Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
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