Challenger Middle School offers a variety of educational opportunities to students in grades six through eight. Its curriculum includes English, math, music, science, social studies and physical education. The school provides special education programs for students with learning disabilities. Challenger Middle School offers a range of food, tutoring and guidance counseling services. It maintains a library media center that has a selection of books. The school operates drama, science and cardio clubs. Challenger Middle School administers the Community Attitude Tolerance Scholarship (CATS) program. It maintains a parent-teacher-student association that works for student welfare. The school also operates educational support and maintenance departments. Challenger Middle School is governed by San Diego Unified School District.