Because of gradual declining enrollment in the San Juan Unified School District (SJUSD), and the small student population creating difficulties in offering wanted elective classes in the school master schedule, a switch was made to a 4x4 block schedule.

This allowed them the option to start work, or take classes at local Community Colleges, during their senior year.

Mesa Verde also provides additional real world work experience (and academic credit) to junior and senior students through the Regional Occupation Program (ROP).

A small capacity sports stadium - primarily for football, soccer, and track & field - was completed in the Fall of 2023 as part of the San Juan USD Measure N bond,[9][10] whose funds are dedicated to district-wide facilities improvements.

[11] Other features of the new athletics construction include new tennis courts, upgraded softball and baseball fields, and an expanded school parking area.

Bond Measure P,[12] passed in November 2024, will provide funds to implement elements of the District Master Plan that will add additional facilities to the campus.

In 2020, Mesa Verde HS received a six-year WASC (Western Association of Schools & Colleges)[13] accreditation, with a two-day mid-term visit in 2022.