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Middle SchoolsGrades 7-8

Rancho del Rey Middle

Sweetwater Union High · San Diego County · 1174 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910-7040

(619) 397-2500 · www.sweetwaterschools.org

9/10
#243
Rank 243 out of 1,315
Top 18%
English Language Arts9/10 · #205 · 84th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #273 · 79th percentile
Science8/10 · #295 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Rancho del Rey Middle sits in one of Chula Vista's more established neighborhoods, where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community make it a natural fit for families who prioritize both academics and connection. Scoring in the 80th percentile range statewide, it's a solidly performing school that tends to draw families who want a reliable, well-rounded middle school experience without the pressure-cooker intensity of more competitive districts. Chula Vista itself has grown into a vibrant, diverse city just south of San Diego, and Rancho del Rey reflects that energy — a school where kids from a wide range of backgrounds come together in a community that genuinely feels like a neighborhood.

Student Demographics

1,581 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
770 (49%)
Filipino
371 (23%)
White
126 (8%)
Multiple Races
116 (7%)
African American
109 (7%)
Asian
76 (5%)
Other
13 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners270 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged462 (29%)
Students with Disabilities208 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,705
Enrollment
72.6
Teachers (FTE)
23.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
29.5
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 Programs7/10 · #443 · 68th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found