Serving 1,047 students in grades 7-8, Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 63%
- Reading Proficiency: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate's student population of 1,047 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate is 0.68, 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)63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)72%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Santa Margarita Intermediate often compared to?
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Serrano Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate?
1,047 students attend Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate?
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate offer ?
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate part of?
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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