Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Miraleste Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miraleste 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
Miraleste Intermediate's student population of 746 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miraleste Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miraleste Intermediate is 0.72, which is more 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
#1055 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miraleste Intermediate's ranking?
Miraleste Intermediate is ranked #1055 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Miraleste Intermediate often compared to?
Miraleste Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgecrest Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Miraleste Intermediate?
746 students attend Miraleste Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Miraleste Intermediate students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miraleste Intermediate?
Miraleste Intermediate has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Miraleste Intermediate offer ?
Miraleste Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Miraleste Intermediate part of?
Miraleste Intermediate is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
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