Mesa Verde Middle vs Pacific Trails Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesa Verde Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,178 students
Pacific Trails Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 7–8
971 students
| Measure | Mesa Verde Middle San Diego, California | Pacific Trails Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #81 of 1,334 | #35 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1601 of 15,369 | #1034 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,178 | 971 |
| Enrollment | 1,178 | 971 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.2% | 12% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 83% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacific Trails Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.0 vs 79.3).
- •Pacific Trails Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 71%).
- •Pacific Trails Middle does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 79%).
- •Mesa Verde Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.2% vs 12%).
- •Pacific Trails Middle does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 25.6).
- •Mesa Verde Middle is the larger school with 1,178 students compared with 971.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa Verde Middle better than Pacific Trails Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pacific Trails Middle ranks higher (83.0 vs 79.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Mesa Verde Middle and Pacific Trails Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesa Verde Middle: 1,178. Pacific Trails Middle: 971. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesa Verde Middle and Pacific Trails Middle rank in California?
Mesa Verde Middle is 81st of 1,334 and Pacific Trails Middle is 35th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).