Serving 1,116 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate's student population of 1,116 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate 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 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1320 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
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
12%
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 Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate's ranking?
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate is ranked #1320 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate?
1,116 students attend Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% 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 23:1, 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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