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.
930
Total Students
41.5
Full-Time Teachers
22.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James L. Day Middle
Demographic Student Count
White309
Hispanic373
Black40
Asian96
Two or More104
American Indian3
Pacific Islander5
  • Hispanic
    373 (40.1 %)
  • White
    309 (33.2 %)
  • Two or More
    104 (11.2 %)
  • Asian
    96 (10.3 %)
  • Black
    40 (4.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for James L. Day Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6327
Grade 7282
Grade 8321
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for James L. Day Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female42145.3%
Male50954.7%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)