Serving 1,625 students in grades 7-8, Rancho Del Rey Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Del Rey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho Del Rey Middle School's student population of 1,625 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rancho Del Rey Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Del Rey Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2079 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Rancho Del Rey Middle School's ranking?
Rancho Del Rey Middle School is ranked #2079 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Del Rey Middle School often compared to?
Rancho Del Rey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonita Vista Middle School, Eastlake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Del Rey Middle School?
1,625 students attend Rancho Del Rey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rancho Del Rey Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho Del Rey Middle School?
Rancho Del Rey Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Del Rey Middle School offer ?
Rancho Del Rey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rancho Del Rey Middle School part of?
Rancho Del Rey Middle School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
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