FARB MIDDLE SCHOOL

Farb Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in San Diego, CA with about 421 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 20 teachers, Farb Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Farb Middle School, located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, is part of the San Diego Unified School District. It serves students in grades 6 through 8 and is known for its focus on providing a comprehensive middle school experience that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. The school is committed to fostering a supportive community environment, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school by encouraging critical thinking, responsibility, and active participation in extracurricular activities.

Academically, Farb Middle offers a broad curriculum that includes core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and history, supplemented by various elective courses that allow students to explore interests like technology, the arts, and physical education. The school promotes a culture of inclusivity and safety, often utilizing collaborative programs to help students navigate the challenges of adolescence. By prioritizing teacher-student engagement and parental involvement, Farb Middle strives to create a well-rounded educational foundation for all its learners within the diverse San Diego community.

For more information, contact Farb Middle at (858) 397-6750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4880 La Cuenta Dr.
San Diego, CA 92124-3015
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FARB MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in San Diego, CA with about 421 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
San Diego Unified
Total Students:
421
Teachers:
20.6
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 421 students

Hispanic/Latino
39.7%
White
29.9%
Black or African American
11.9%
Two or more races
10.2%
Asian
8.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
45.8%
Male
54.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.