Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Las Flores Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Flores Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Las Flores Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2010
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Las Flores Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Flores Middle School is 0.61, which is less 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
#615 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Flores Middle School's ranking?
Las Flores Middle School is ranked #615 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Flores Middle School often compared to?
Las Flores Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Vista Middle School, Ladera Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Flores Middle School?
559 students attend Las Flores Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Las Flores Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Flores Middle School?
Las Flores Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Flores Middle School offer ?
Las Flores Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Las Flores Middle School part of?
Las Flores Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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