Serving 1,144 students in grades 7-8, El Rancho Charter ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: El Rancho Charter serves the northwest part of Anaheim, CA, covering an area of approximately 25.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Rancho Charter 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
El Rancho Charter's student population of 1,144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Rancho Charter 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 El Rancho Charter is 0.73, which is more 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
#721 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
35%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyote
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Rancho Charter's ranking?
El Rancho Charter is ranked #721 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Rancho Charter often compared to?
El Rancho Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Santiago Charter Middle School, Cerro Villa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend El Rancho Charter?
1,144 students attend El Rancho Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of El Rancho Charter students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Rancho Charter?
El Rancho Charter has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Rancho Charter offer ?
El Rancho Charter offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is El Rancho Charter part of?
El Rancho Charter is part of Orange Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is El Rancho Charter located?
El Rancho Charter is located in the Anaheim Hills neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Anaheim Hills.
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