Serving 658 students in grades 6-8, Joaquin Moraga Intermediate ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Joaquin Moraga Intermediate serves the northwest part of Moraga, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students typically have a 5-10 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate 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
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate's student population of 658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
658 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is 0.70, 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
#402 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
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)2.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-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 Joaquin Moraga Intermediate's ranking?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is ranked #402 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joaquin Moraga Intermediate often compared to?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Orinda Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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 Joaquin Moraga Intermediate?
658 students attend Joaquin Moraga Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joaquin Moraga Intermediate offer ?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate part of?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is part of Moraga Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate located?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is located in the School Tree neighborhood of Moraga, CA.
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