Serving 510 students in grades 6-8, Mission Hill Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mission Hill Middle School's student population of 510 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Mission Hill 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 Mission Hill 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
#2567 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Hill Middle School's ranking?
Mission Hill Middle School is ranked #2567 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Hill Middle School often compared to?
Mission Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branciforte Middle School, Scotts Valley Middle School, Shoreline Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission Hill Middle School?
510 students attend Mission Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mission Hill Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Hill Middle School?
Mission Hill Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Hill Middle School offer ?
Mission Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mission Hill Middle School part of?
Mission Hill Middle School is part of Santa Cruz City High School District.
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