Serving 766 students in grades 7-8, Diegueno Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diegueno Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Diegueno Middle School's student population of 766 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Diegueno Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diegueno Middle School is 0.50, which is less 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
#935 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
68%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diegueno Middle School's ranking?
Diegueno Middle School is ranked #935 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Diegueno Middle School often compared to?
Diegueno Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Diegueno Middle School?
766 students attend Diegueno Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Diegueno Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diegueno Middle School?
Diegueno Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Diegueno Middle School offer ?
Diegueno Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Diegueno Middle School part of?
Diegueno Middle School is part of San Dieguito Union High School District.
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