Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, Middle College High School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 448 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Motto
COLLEGE STARTS HERE!
School Rankings
Middle College High 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 Middle College High School is 0.19, 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
#836 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Purple, Silver
School Mascot
Wizard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle College High School's ranking?
Middle College High School is ranked #836 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Middle College High School often compared to?
Middle College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocsa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle College High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
448 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Middle College High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle College High School?
Middle College High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Middle College High School offer ?
Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middle College High School part of?
Middle College High School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College High School located?
Middle College High School is located in the Artesia Pilar neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Artesia Pilar.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Office staff not friendly and not helpful. Student work is adequate, rather than remarkable. Otherwise, a great opportunity for motivated teens.
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