Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-8, John Muir ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Muir's student population of 336 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Building Global Citizens
School Rankings
John Muir ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Muir is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Diego Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountaineers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Muir's ranking?
John Muir is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Muir?
336 students attend John Muir.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of John Muir students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Muir?
John Muir has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Muir offer ?
John Muir offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is John Muir part of?
John Muir is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Muir located?
John Muir is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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