About Us
Welcome to National City Middle School
Welcome to National City Middle School—a place where students are challenged academically, supported personally, and inspired to grow.
At National City Middle School, we are proud of the strong academic gains our students continue to make in both Math and English Language Arts. In Math, our students demonstrated the highest number of students showing improvement across the district, a reflection of focused instruction, consistent practice, and a commitment to meeting students where they are and helping them move forward. These results matter because they represent real growth, confidence, and momentum for our students.
Beyond academics, we are a Community School, which means we look at the whole child, not just test scores. In simple terms, this means we partner with families and community organizations to provide wrap-around support—such as academic tutoring, social-emotional support, mental health services, family resources, and enrichment opportunities. When students feel supported and families feel connected, students are better able to learn, thrive, and succeed.
Just as important, we believe middle school should be a time students enjoy, feel a sense of belonging, and create lasting memories. Our students have access to a wide range of sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities that allow them to explore interests, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and discover their strengths—both inside and outside the classroom.
At National City Middle School, students are known, supported, and challenged. We work hard to create a safe, welcoming environment where every student feels valued, every family feels connected, and every voice matters.
We are proud of who we are, excited about where we are going, and honored to partner with you in your child’s middle school journey.
Once a Kingsmen, Always a Kingsmen!
Warm regards,
José Luis Vargas
Principal, National City Middle School
