Serving 1,100 students in grades 6-8, Ladera Ranch Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladera Ranch 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
School Overview
Ladera Ranch Middle School's student population of 1,100 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ladera Ranch Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladera Ranch Middle School is 0.55, 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
#324 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Ladera Ranch Middle School's ranking?
Ladera Ranch Middle School is ranked #324 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ladera Ranch Middle School often compared to?
Ladera Ranch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Flores Middle School, Arroyo Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ladera Ranch Middle School?
1,100 students attend Ladera Ranch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ladera Ranch Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladera Ranch Middle School?
Ladera Ranch Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ladera Ranch Middle School offer ?
Ladera Ranch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ladera Ranch Middle School part of?
Ladera Ranch Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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