Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Las Flores 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 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Flores 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Las Flores Middle School's student population of 571 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Flores 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 Las Flores Middle School is 0.63, which is less 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
#696 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Flores Middle School's ranking?
Las Flores Middle School is ranked #696 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Flores Middle School often compared to?
Las Flores Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Vista Middle School, Ladera Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Flores Middle School?
571 students attend Las Flores Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Las Flores Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Flores Middle School?
Las Flores Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Las Flores Middle School offer ?
Las Flores Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Las Flores Middle School part of?
Las Flores Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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