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#2249 of 9,443 schools in CA

Top 24% in state

EL Rancho Charter

Middle School · Orange Unified

181 South Del Giorgio Rd., Anaheim, CA 92808

Charter
1,121
Students
28.7:1
Student-Teacher
7th – 8th
Grades Served
Top 24%
in CA

About EL Rancho Charter

El Rancho Charter serves 1,121 students in grades 7 through 8 as a charter middle school in Anaheim, California. With 39 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 28.7:1, which is higher than typical for middle schools but manageable given the school's strong academic outcomes. The school demonstrates impressive academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranking #1648 out of 9566 California schools, placing it in the 83rd percentile statewide.

Students show particularly strong literacy skills, with 79% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading. In mathematics, 62% of students perform at or above proficient levels, indicating solid foundational skills across both core subject areas. El Rancho Charter operates within Orange County's 92808 ZIP code, an affluent community where the median household income reaches $144,348 and the median home value is $951,100.

The neighborhood reflects high educational attainment, with 56% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 3.1% among its 21,080 residents. The school benefits from its location in this well-resourced Anaheim community, where families prioritize education and students arrive with strong support systems that contribute to the school's academic success.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.48 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.7%
Math vs. State Avg+27.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.4 pts
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)59%
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment1.3Significantly Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.7:1

EL Rancho Charter — Students at EL Rancho Charter score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.6%
School
State
33.7%
ELA Proficiency 75.5%
School
State
46.8%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

➡️ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
70%
2024
Math
61.7%
ELA
78.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How EL Rancho Charter Compares

See how EL Rancho Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
76th percentile in CA
Academic
8.8/10
8.8/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
1.3/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
29:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

181 South Del Giorgio Rd., Anaheim, CA 92808

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Anaheim Hills Monterssori Anaheim Hills 0.3 mi 5.5
Woodsboro Elementary Placentia 0.9 mi 6.3
AmeriMont Academy Anaheim Hills 1.0 mi 5.5
Hephatha Lutheran School Anaheim 1.0 mi 5.5
E3/GraceOC Academy Anaheim 1.3 mi 5.5
Canyon High Anaheim 1.3 mi 6.5
Canyon Hills Anaheim 1.4 mi 5.7
Glenknoll Elementary Placentia 1.5 mi 6.7
Imperial Elementary Anaheim 1.5 mi 4.7
Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim 1.9 mi 6.9
Canyon Rim Elementary Anaheim 1.7 mi 4.8
Travis Ranch Placentia 2.0 mi 7.3
Fairmont Private Schools, Anaheim Hills Anaheim 2.0 mi 5.5
Veritas Lux Academy Anaheim 2.0 mi 5.5
Bernardo Yorba Middle Placentia 2.2 mi 4.1
HOPE Christian PSP Yorba Linda 2.4 mi 8.3
Esperanza High Placentia 2.2 mi 7.7
Fairmont Elementary Placentia 2.5 mi 5.6
Crescent Elementary Anaheim 2.4 mi 6.6
Running Springs Academy Anaheim 2.4 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)

Census data for ZIP 92808 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,348

Median Home Value

$951,100

Median Rent

$2,653/mo

Population

21,080

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EL Rancho Charter

What grades does EL Rancho Charter serve?

EL Rancho Charter serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend EL Rancho Charter?

EL Rancho Charter has an enrollment of approximately 1,121 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Rancho Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at EL Rancho Charter is 28.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does EL Rancho Charter rank in CA?

EL Rancho Charter is ranked #2249 out of 9,443 schools in CA.

What is EL Rancho Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

EL Rancho Charter has a composite rating of 6.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

What are the test scores at EL Rancho Charter?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, EL Rancho Charter has 60.6% math proficiency and 75.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is EL Rancho Charter a charter school?

Yes, EL Rancho Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is EL Rancho Charter a Title I school?

No, EL Rancho Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Rancho Charter?

29.0% of students at EL Rancho Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Our ratings combine academic performance, growth, equity, and school environment into a single 1-10 score using publicly available data.

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: CA CAASPP (2023-24) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details