Serving 593 students in grades 6-8, Las Flores 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 67% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Las Flores Middle serves the northern part of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 24 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Flores 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
Las Flores Middle School's student population of 593 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Flores 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 Las Flores Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-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 Las Flores Middle School's ranking?
Las Flores Middle School is ranked #615 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Flores Middle School often compared to?
Las Flores Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Vista Middle School, Ladera Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% 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 Las Flores Middle School?
593 students attend Las Flores Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Las Flores Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% 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 Las Flores Middle School?
Las Flores Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Flores Middle School offer ?
Las Flores Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Las Flores Middle School part of?
Las Flores Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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