Very Good
#3406 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Santiago Middle
Middle School · Santiago Middle District
515 North Rancho Santiago Blvd., Orange, CA 92869
Enrollment
1,098
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,098
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,406 of 9,539
In Orange
#6 of 27
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Santiago Middle
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About Santiago Middle
Santiago Middle is a public middle school in Orange, CA, part of Santiago Middle District. Santiago Middle serves approximately 1,098 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Santiago Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,406 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santiago Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Santiago Middle runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Santiago Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Santiago Middle — Students at Santiago Middle score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Santiago Middle Compares
See how Santiago Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
515 North Rancho Santiago Blvd., Orange, CA 92869
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santiago Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE PRENTICE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby North Tustin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hewes Middle (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tustin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA PURISIMA SCHOOL Orange | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| La Purisima Catholic School Orange | 0.5 mi | — |
| Esplanade Elementary Orange | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Orange County Classical Academy Orange | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Linda Vista Elementary Orange | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ECE 4 Autism, Chapman Orange | 0.8 mi | — |
| El Modena High Orange | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Oakridge Private Orange | 1.0 mi | — |
| Panorama Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science Orange | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Prospect Elementary Orange | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Villa Park Elementary Villa Park | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Orange | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| McPherson Magnet Orange | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Spirit Academy Orange | 1.6 mi | — |
| SPIRIT ACADEMY Orange | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Hewes Middle Tustin | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE PRENTICE SCHOOL North Tustin | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| The Prentice School North Tustin | 1.8 mi | — |
| Villa Park High Villa Park | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92869 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,047
Median Home Value
$935,200
Median Rent
$2,335/mo
Population
36,684
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
40.6
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| Beattie Middle Highland, CA | 7.0 |
| Columbia Middle Sunnyvale, CA | 7.0 |
| Dorothy McElhinney Middle Murrieta, CA | 7.0 |
| Etiwanda Intermediate Etiwanda, CA | 7.0 |
| Glen Edwards Middle Lincoln, CA | 7.0 |
| Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santiago Middle
What grades does Santiago Middle serve?
Santiago Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Santiago Middle?
Santiago Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,098 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santiago Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Santiago Middle is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santiago Middle rank in CA?
Santiago Middle ranks #3,406 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santiago Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Santiago Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Santiago Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santiago Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Santiago Middle a charter school?
Yes, Santiago Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Santiago Middle a Title I school?
No, Santiago Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santiago Middle?
67.9% of students at Santiago Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,098
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (714) 997-6366
Resources & Links
District
Santiago Middle District- District Enrollment
- 1,098
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,254
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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