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La Mesa Junior High

William S. Hart Union High · Los Angeles County · 26623 May Way, Santa Clarita, CA 91351-5577

(661) 250-0022 · www.lamesajuniorhigh.org

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7/10
#411
Rank 411 out of 1,315
Top 31%
English Language Arts8/10 · #392 · 70th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #396 · 70th percentile
Science7/10 · #518 · 61st percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

La Mesa Junior High sits in the heart of Santa Clarita, one of the San Fernando Valley's most family-friendly communities known for its safe neighborhoods, outdoor trails, and strong civic pride. The school holds its own academically, with English and Math scores landing right around the 70th percentile statewide — a solid foundation for students heading into Hart District high schools. Families already invested in the area's suburban lifestyle will find La Mesa a comfortable, community-rooted option for those middle school years.

Student Demographics

949 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
538 (57%)
White
175 (18%)
Filipino
89 (9%)
African American
65 (7%)
Asian
42 (4%)
Multiple Races
37 (4%)
Other
3 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners217 (23%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged491 (52%)
Students with Disabilities159 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,017
Enrollment
50.1
Teachers (FTE)
20.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
25.3
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 Programs5/10 · #754 · 45th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found