Serving 746 students in grades 7-8, Rancho San Joaquin Middle School 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 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 83%
- Reading Proficiency: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School's student population of 746 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rancho San Joaquin Middle School often compared to?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Verde, Jeffrey Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho San Joaquin Middle School?
746 students attend Rancho San Joaquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rancho San Joaquin Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho San Joaquin Middle School?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho San Joaquin Middle School offer ?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rancho San Joaquin Middle School part of?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rancho San Joaquin Middle School located?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is located in the University Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in University Park.
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