Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Esencia Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esencia 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Esencia Middle School's student population of 284 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Esencia Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esencia Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#997 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Esencia Middle School's ranking?
Esencia Middle School is ranked #997 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Esencia Middle School often compared to?
Esencia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernice Ayer Middle School, Don Juan Avila Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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 Esencia Middle School?
284 students attend Esencia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Esencia Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esencia Middle School?
Esencia Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Esencia Middle School offer ?
Esencia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Esencia Middle School part of?
Esencia Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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