Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, Arroyo Vista Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Arroyo Vista Middle serves the northern part of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arroyo Vista Middle School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Arroyo Vista Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo Vista Middle School is 0.59, 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
#480 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
60%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Vista Middle School's ranking?
Arroyo Vista Middle School is ranked #480 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Vista Middle School often compared to?
Arroyo Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Flores Middle School, Ladera Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Vista Middle School?
329 students attend Arroyo Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Arroyo Vista Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arroyo Vista Middle School?
Arroyo Vista Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Vista Middle School offer ?
Arroyo Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arroyo Vista Middle School part of?
Arroyo Vista Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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