Niguel Hills Middle School serves 752 students in grades 6-8.
Niguel Hills Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- 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
Niguel Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Niguel Hills Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Niguel Hills Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Niguel Hills Middle School is 0.60, 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
#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
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Niguel Hills Middle School's ranking?
Niguel Hills Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
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 Niguel Hills Middle School?
752 students attend Niguel Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Niguel Hills Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niguel Hills Middle School?
Niguel Hills Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Niguel Hills Middle School offer ?
Niguel Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Niguel Hills Middle School part of?
Niguel Hills Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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