Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Rincon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rincon Middle serves the northern part of Escondido, CA, covering an area of approximately 25.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rincon Middle School's student population of 772 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
772 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rincon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon Middle School is 0.38, 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
#5344 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Rincon Middle School's ranking?
Rincon Middle School is ranked #5344 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rincon Middle School often compared to?
Rincon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rincon Middle School?
772 students attend Rincon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rincon Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rincon Middle School?
Rincon Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rincon Middle School offer ?
Rincon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rincon Middle School part of?
Rincon Middle School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Rincon Middle School located?
Rincon Middle School is located in the North Broadway neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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