Serving 747 students in grades 7-8, Cerro Villa Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cerro Villa Middle serves the west part of the Villa Park school district, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cerro Villa Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cerro Villa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cerro Villa Middle School is 0.62, 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
#3042 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cerro Villa Middle School's ranking?
Cerro Villa Middle School is ranked #3042 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cerro Villa Middle School often compared to?
Cerro Villa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Rancho Charter, Santiago Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cerro Villa Middle School?
747 students attend Cerro Villa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cerro Villa Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cerro Villa Middle School?
Cerro Villa Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cerro Villa Middle School offer ?
Cerro Villa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Cerro Villa Middle School part of?
Cerro Villa Middle School is part of Orange Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son and daughter have flourished at Cerro Villa and I believe they are well prepared for high school now. I appreciate how the CV teachers have encouraged them to not only achieve but to engage in discourse and extra-curricular activities. I'd like to thank Mr. Peterson for coaching the boys in soccer and giving them experiences that will last a lifetime.
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