Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Yorba Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yorba Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Yorba Middle School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yorba Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yorba Middle School is 0.13, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yorba Middle School's ranking?
Yorba Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yorba Middle School often compared to?
Yorba Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Middle School, Warner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Yorba Middle School?
535 students attend Yorba Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Yorba Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yorba Middle School?
Yorba Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yorba Middle School offer ?
Yorba Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Yorba Middle School part of?
Yorba Middle School is part of Orange Unified School District.
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