BORREGO SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Borrego Springs Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Borrego Springs Unified school district, located in Borrego Springs, CA with about 95 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Borrego Springs Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Borrego Springs Middle School, located in the heart of the Anza-Borrego Desert, serves as a central educational hub for the unique, tight-knit community of Borrego Springs. As part of the Borrego Springs Unified School District, the campus is designed to support the specific needs of students in this remote, rural region. Because of its location, the school emphasizes a personalized learning environment where faculty can foster strong relationships with students, aiming to provide a comprehensive curriculum that bridges the gap between traditional academic standards and the challenges of living in a small, isolated desert town.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Borrego Springs Middle School places a significant focus on community integration and character development. The school environment is characterized by its small class sizes, which allow for more individualized attention and a supportive atmosphere that helps students transition successfully from elementary school to the complexities of high school. By leveraging its proximity to the natural environment and local resources, the school strives to prepare its middle-grade students for future success while instilling a sense of local pride and global citizenship.

For more information, contact Borrego Springs Middle at (760) 767-5335 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.