Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Challenger 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Challenger Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Challenger Middle School's student population of 918 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Motto
We Touch the Future, We Teach
Challenger Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Challenger Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1153 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Challenger Middle School's ranking?
Challenger Middle School is ranked #1153 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Challenger Middle School often compared to?
Challenger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wangenheim Middle School, Marshall Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Challenger Middle School?
918 students attend Challenger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Challenger Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challenger Middle School?
Challenger Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Challenger Middle School offer ?
Challenger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Challenger Middle School part of?
Challenger Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Challenger Middle School located?
Challenger Middle School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
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