For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,251 students in 92129, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92129, CA are Mesa Verde Middle School and Black Mountain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92129 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92129, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92129, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Verde Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8375 Entreken Way
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 538-5478
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 538-5478
Gr: 6-8 | 1,119 student Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Black Mountain Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9353 Oviedo St.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1300
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,132 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92129, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92129, CA include Mesa Verde Middle School and Black Mountain Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92129?
2 public middle schools are located in 92129.
What is the racial composition of students in 92129?
92129 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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