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Rancho San Joaquin Middle School

4861 Michelson Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 878 students in grades 7-8, Rancho San Joaquin Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 878 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 5% in CA
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School's student population of 878 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats

School Rankings

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#453 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
72%
34%
81%
47%
67%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rancho San Joaquin Middle School's ranking?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is ranked #453 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho San Joaquin Middle School often compared to?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Verde, Jeffrey Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho San Joaquin Middle School?
878 students attend Rancho San Joaquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rancho San Joaquin Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho San Joaquin Middle School?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho San Joaquin Middle School offer ?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rancho San Joaquin Middle School part of?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rancho San Joaquin Middle School located?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is located in the University Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in University Park.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 878 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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