Serving 687 students in grades 7-8, Rancho-starbuck Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rancho-Starbuck Intermediate serves the entire district within Whittier, CA, covering approximately 9.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho-starbuck Intermediate's student population of 687 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
687 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
If It Is To Be, It Is Up To Me
Average Class Size
738 students
School Rankings
Rancho-starbuck Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho-starbuck Intermediate is 0.46, 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
#2583 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho-starbuck Intermediate's ranking?
Rancho-starbuck Intermediate is ranked #2583 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho-starbuck Intermediate often compared to?
Rancho-starbuck Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Granada Middle School, East Whittier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho-starbuck Intermediate?
687 students attend Rancho-starbuck Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rancho-starbuck Intermediate students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho-starbuck Intermediate?
Rancho-starbuck Intermediate has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho-starbuck Intermediate offer ?
Rancho-starbuck Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rancho-starbuck Intermediate part of?
Rancho-starbuck Intermediate is part of Lowell Joint School District.
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