Serving 811 students in grades 6-8, Standley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 65%
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Standley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Standley Middle School's student population of 811 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Standley Middle School is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Standley Middle School often compared to?
Standley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muirlands Middle School, Innovation Middle School, Pacific Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Standley Middle School?
811 students attend Standley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Standley Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Standley Middle School?
Standley Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Standley Middle School offer ?
Standley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Standley Middle School part of?
Standley Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Standley Middle School located?
Standley Middle School is located in the University City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in University City.
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