Serving 729 students in grades 7-8, Laguna Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laguna Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laguna Middle School's student population of 729 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laguna Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laguna Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laguna Middle School's ranking?
Laguna Middle School is ranked #442 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laguna Middle School often compared to?
Laguna Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Osos Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Laguna Middle School?
729 students attend Laguna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Laguna Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laguna Middle School?
Laguna Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laguna Middle School offer ?
Laguna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Laguna Middle School part of?
Laguna Middle School is part of San Luis Coastal Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Laguna Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School Early Release @ 12:30 pm
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of 2024/2025 School Year
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
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