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.
932
Total Students
40.6
Full-Time Teachers
22.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James L. Day Middle
Demographic Student Count
White314
Hispanic350
Black35
Asian120
Two or More107
American Indian2
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    350 (37.6%)
  • White
    314 (33.7%)
  • Asian
    120 (12.9%)
  • Two or More
    107 (11.5%)
  • Black
    35 (3.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
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: 932
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 333
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 58
Grades Taught
Grade 6 286
Grade 7 310
Grade 8 336

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for James L. Day Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6286
Grade 7310
Grade 8336
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for James L. Day Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female44848.1%
Male48451.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)