Mesa Verde Middle School

Mesa Verde Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
8375 Entreken Way,  San Diego, CA
Poway Unified School District
2.8
2.6
1,040 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Cliff Mitchell
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Math Proficiency
68%
Reading Proficiency
81%
Average GPA
3.51

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
81%
Math Proficiency
68%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.2%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
52%
State Average
17.9%
Science
41.9%
State Average
9.9%
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
781:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.9%
Female
47.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
41.5%
White
33.7%
Two or more races
12.7%
Hispanic
10.8%
Black
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#30 Best Public MS in California
#51 Best Public MS Teachers in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.8 6 Reviews
3.0
10/19/2023
It wasn't a *bad* middle school experience. I met cool people and had some great teachers. But it was also a weird environment where many people did not have the same goals or experiences and it led to a conflict of interests.
3.0 Middle School Student
5/13/2020
This school was okay, although a lot of academic pressure can make students feel like they're drowning. The teachers aren't approachable, and the "zero tolerance bullying" rule means that teachers turn a blind eye towards actual bullying, but are quick to punish a student defending themselves for once. If teachers were a bit more welcoming and the school did something about bullying, Mesa Verde would be great. Also, they stress dress code, but most of the P.E. uniforms violate dress code for girls.
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2.6 30 Reviews
5.0 student
3/17/2025
this is an awesome school especially Mrs. Kangas is the best teacher
1.0 parent
8/21/2024
I am very disappointed at MVMS. This school is ok in until you have a problem and you need some help. Staff doesn't care and counselors are not helpful.Avoid this school if you can.
2.0 parent
6/8/2024
Great teachers. Admin lack judgement and proper communication with parents when incidences have arisen. Over react to small stuff and do nothing but pass the buck when they fail. We had a child there 8 years ago and the admin was stellar. Hoping the new principal next year can turn things around.
1.0 parent
4/12/2024
My experience with this school has been disappointing, and I feel compelled to share my observations for the benefit of potential future families considering this institution. The level of support and engagement from the majority of the staff, including teachers and the principal, seems lacking. It...

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