Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Innovation Middle School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Innovation Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Innovation Middle School's student population of 345 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Innovation Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation 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
#4601 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Middle School's ranking?
Innovation Middle School is ranked #4601 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Innovation Middle School often compared to?
Innovation Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Standley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Innovation Middle School?
345 students attend Innovation Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Innovation Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Innovation Middle School?
Innovation Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Innovation Middle School offer ?
Innovation Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Innovation Middle School part of?
Innovation Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Middle School located?
Innovation Middle School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
School Calendar
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Date
No School - Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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