Serving 1,118 students in grades 7-8, Jeffrey Trail Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffrey Trail 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
Jeffrey Trail Middle School's student population of 1,118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,118 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Jeffrey Trail Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffrey Trail Middle School is 0.57, 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
#608 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
63%
12%

Hispanic
10%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
16%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffrey Trail Middle School's ranking?
Jeffrey Trail Middle School is ranked #608 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jeffrey Trail Middle School often compared to?
Jeffrey Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista 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 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jeffrey Trail Middle School?
1,118 students attend Jeffrey Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Jeffrey Trail Middle School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeffrey Trail Middle School?
Jeffrey Trail Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jeffrey Trail Middle School offer ?
Jeffrey Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jeffrey Trail Middle School part of?
Jeffrey Trail Middle School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jeffrey Trail Middle School located?
Jeffrey Trail Middle School is located in the Cypress Village neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cypress Village.
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4 5/9/2022
This school is ok but the students are mid.
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