Serving 822 students in grades 6-8, Orinda Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Orinda Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 26.9 square miles in Orinda, CA. The average drive to the school from within the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located approximately 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orinda 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
Orinda Intermediate's student population of 822 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
822 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orinda Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orinda Intermediate is 0.65, 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
#170 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
21%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orinda Intermediate's ranking?
Orinda Intermediate is ranked #170 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orinda Intermediate often compared to?
Orinda Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Joaquin Moraga Intermediate, M. H. Stanley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orinda Intermediate?
822 students attend Orinda Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Orinda Intermediate students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orinda Intermediate?
Orinda Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orinda Intermediate offer ?
Orinda Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orinda Intermediate part of?
Orinda Intermediate is part of Orinda Union School District.
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