Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Joaquin Moraga Intermediate 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Moraga 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
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate 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 Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
10%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate's ranking?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is ranked #382 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joaquin Moraga Intermediate often compared to?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Orinda Intermediate 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 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Moraga Intermediate?
629 students attend Joaquin Moraga Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Joaquin Moraga Intermediate offer ?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate part of?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is part of Moraga Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate located?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is located in the School Tree neighborhood of Moraga, CA.
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