Serving 289 students in grades 6-12, San Diego Mission Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Diego Mission Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
San Diego Mission Academy's student population of 289 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
San Diego Mission Academy 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 San Diego Mission Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#8361 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego Mission Academy's ranking?
San Diego Mission Academy is ranked #8361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Diego Mission Academy?
The graduation rate of San Diego Mission Academy is 25-29%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Diego Mission Academy?
289 students attend San Diego Mission Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of San Diego Mission Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Diego Mission Academy?
San Diego Mission Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Diego Mission Academy offer ?
San Diego Mission Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is San Diego Mission Academy part of?
San Diego Mission Academy is part of San Diego Mission Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is San Diego Mission Academy located?
San Diego Mission Academy is located in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Kearny Mesa.
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