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Mission Hill Middle

Santa Cruz City High · Santa Cruz County · 425 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3411

(831) 429-3860 · missionhill.sccs.net/

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8/10
#338
Rank 338 out of 1,315
Top 26%
English Language Arts8/10 · #382 · 71st percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #348 · 74th percentile
Science8/10 · #272 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the vibrant and eclectic city of Santa Cruz, Mission Hill Middle draws students from a community that values both academic depth and a laid-back coastal lifestyle. The school performs solidly across the board, with science being a particular strength — a fitting match for a city surrounded by redwoods, ocean, and the nearby influence of UC Santa Cruz. Families who appreciate a well-rounded middle school experience in a place where outdoor adventure and intellectual curiosity coexist will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

489 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
256 (52%)
Hispanic
159 (33%)
Multiple Races
47 (10%)
Asian
11 (2%)
Other
16 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners84 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged164 (34%)
Students with Disabilities87 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

510
Enrollment
28.5
Teachers (FTE)
17.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.9
Administrators (FTE)
16
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 Programs10/10 · #109 · 92nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found