Serving 709 students in grades 7-8, National City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
National City Middle School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
709 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
National City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of National City Middle School is 0.20, 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
#6241 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National City Middle School's ranking?
National City Middle School is ranked #6241 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are National City Middle School often compared to?
National City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chula Vista Middle School, Granger Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend National City Middle School?
709 students attend National City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of National City Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of National City Middle School?
National City Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does National City Middle School offer ?
National City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is National City Middle School part of?
National City Middle School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
They make the school seem cool and fun / Exciting .
But once you get their its not worth it .
Do your kids a favor and dont send them here .
Plus , the teachers ( a few love to pick on the kids )
Especially the black ones . ( im not black tho .
Okay , anyways it would be better to take them to a school where its a higher income and with a safe enviroment .
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