Serving 863 students in grades 6-8, Rincon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rincon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rincon Middle School's student population of 863 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rincon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon Middle School is 0.39, 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
#5386 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
77%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rincon Middle School's ranking?
Rincon Middle School is ranked #5386 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rincon Middle School often compared to?
Rincon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rincon Middle School?
863 students attend Rincon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rincon Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rincon Middle School?
Rincon Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rincon Middle School offer ?
Rincon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rincon Middle School part of?
Rincon Middle School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Rincon Middle School located?
Rincon Middle School is located in the North Broadway neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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