Serving 1,017 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (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 1,017 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,017 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Mesa Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Mesa Junior High School is 0.62, 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
#3538 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
18%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Mesa Junior High School's ranking?
La Mesa Junior High School is ranked #3538 out of 9,523 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, Sierra Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
1,017 students attend La Mesa Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of La Mesa Junior High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% 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 20:1, 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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