James L. Day Middle
930 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
James L. Day Middle School, located in Temecula, California, is a highly regarded public middle school serving students in grades 6–8 within the Temecula Valley Unified School District. The school is named in honor of Colonel James L. Day, a Medal of Honor recipient and local veteran, which reflects the institution's emphasis on character, integrity, and community service. Consistently recognized for its high academic standards, the school offers a robust curriculum that includes rigorous core subjects, honors courses, and a wide variety of elective options such as performing arts, technology, and language programs.
Beyond academics, James L. Day Middle School places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive and inclusive campus culture. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, leadership programs, and various student-interest clubs, all aimed at helping students develop socially and personally during their transitional middle school years. With a dedicated faculty and active parent involvement, the school maintains a strong reputation in the Temecula community for providing a supportive and high-achieving environment that prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond.
Beyond academics, James L. Day Middle School places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive and inclusive campus culture. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, leadership programs, and various student-interest clubs, all aimed at helping students develop socially and personally during their transitional middle school years. With a dedicated faculty and active parent involvement, the school maintains a strong reputation in the Temecula community for providing a supportive and high-achieving environment that prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond.
930
Total Students
41.5
Full-Time Teachers
22.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 309 |
| Hispanic | 373 |
| Black | 40 |
| Asian | 96 |
| Two or More | 104 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Hispanic373 (40.1 %)
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White309 (33.2 %)
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Two or More104 (11.2 %)
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Asian96 (10.3 %)
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Black40 (4.3 %)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.5 %)
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American Indian3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Temecula Valley Unified |
| Phone: | (951)699-8138 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 930 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 41.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 22.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 333 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 58 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
327
Grade 7
282
Grade 8
321
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 327 |
| Grade 7 | 282 |
| Grade 8 | 321 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 421 | 45.3% |
| Male | 509 | 54.7% |
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