Serving 553 students in grades 7-8, Venado Middle School 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venado Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Venado Middle School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Venado Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Venado Middle School 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
#978 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venado Middle School's ranking?
Venado Middle School is ranked #978 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Venado Middle School often compared to?
Venado Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Venado Middle School?
553 students attend Venado Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Venado Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venado Middle School?
Venado Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Venado Middle School offer ?
Venado Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Venado Middle School part of?
Venado Middle School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Venado Middle School located?
Venado Middle School is located in the El Camino Real neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in El Camino Real.
School Calendar
View the Venado Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School (Traditional)
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
March 31, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
April 02, 2026 (Thursday)
School Reviews
4 4/16/2018
Great school.
2 5/1/2012
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