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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Innovation Middle

San Diego Unified · San Diego County · 5095 Arvinels Avenue, San Diego, CA 92117-2303

(858) 278-5948 · www.innovation.sandiegounified.org/

7/10
#516
Rank 516 out of 1,315
Top 39%
English Language Arts7/10 · #499 · 62nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #657 · 50th percentile
Science8/10 · #335 · 75th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Innovation Middle sits in the Clairemont Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, a laid-back, family-friendly part of the city that feels removed from the tourist hustle while still being close to beaches, parks, and all the conveniences of a major metro area. The school punches above average across the board, with a particular strength in science that stands out among middle schools statewide — a good fit for families with kids who are naturally curious or leaning toward STEM. It's the kind of school that appeals to parents looking for solid academics in a diverse, unpretentious community where the weather is always good and the neighborhood has a genuinely settled, comfortable feel.

Student Demographics

326 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
188 (58%)
White
55 (17%)
Multiple Races
32 (10%)
Asian
28 (9%)
African American
15 (5%)
Filipino
6 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners96 (29%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged264 (81%)
Students with Disabilities76 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

350
Enrollment
22.1
Teachers (FTE)
15.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
14.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #359 · 74th percentile

159 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found