Serving 713 students in grades 7-8, La Paz Intermediate 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 56% 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: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: La Paz Intermediate serves the southwest part of Mission Viejo, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. The school's attendance zone typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Paz 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
La Paz Intermediate's student population of 713 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Paz Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Paz Intermediate is 0.69, 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
#1199 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
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
44%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)14.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 La Paz Intermediate's ranking?
La Paz Intermediate is ranked #1199 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Paz Intermediate often compared to?
La Paz Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Los Alisos Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Paz Intermediate?
713 students attend La Paz Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of La Paz Intermediate students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Paz Intermediate?
La Paz Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Paz Intermediate offer ?
La Paz Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Paz Intermediate part of?
La Paz Intermediate is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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