Serving 977 students in grades 7-8, Serrano Intermediate 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 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Serrano Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Serrano Intermediate's student population of 977 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
977 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Serrano Intermediate 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 Serrano 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
#2297 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Serrano Intermediate's ranking?
Serrano Intermediate is ranked #2297 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Serrano Intermediate often compared to?
Serrano Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Los Alisos Intermediate, Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Serrano Intermediate?
977 students attend Serrano Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Serrano Intermediate students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Serrano Intermediate?
Serrano Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Serrano Intermediate offer ?
Serrano Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Serrano Intermediate part of?
Serrano Intermediate is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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