Serving 799 students in grades 6-8, Miraleste Intermediate ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miraleste Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Miraleste Intermediate's student population of 799 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miraleste Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miraleste Intermediate is 0.71, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miraleste Intermediate's ranking?
Miraleste Intermediate is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Miraleste Intermediate often compared to?
Miraleste Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgecrest Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Miraleste Intermediate?
799 students attend Miraleste Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Miraleste Intermediate students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miraleste Intermediate?
Miraleste Intermediate has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Miraleste Intermediate offer ?
Miraleste Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Miraleste Intermediate part of?
Miraleste Intermediate is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break Spirit Week (Events)
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break Spirit Week (Events)
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break Spirit Week (Events)
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break Spirit Week (Events)
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break Spirit Week (Events)
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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