Serving 602 students in grades 7-8, Correia Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Correia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Correia Middle School's student population of 602 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Rankings
Correia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Correia Middle 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
#1927 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Correia Middle School's ranking?
Correia Middle School is ranked #1927 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Correia Middle School often compared to?
Correia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muirlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Correia Middle School?
602 students attend Correia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Correia Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Correia Middle School?
Correia Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Correia Middle School offer ?
Correia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Correia Middle School part of?
Correia Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Correia Middle School located?
Correia Middle School is located in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Point Loma Heights.
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