Serving 991 students in grades 6-8, Aviara Oaks 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 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aviara Oaks 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
School Overview
Aviara Oaks Middle School's student population of 991 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
991 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aviara Oaks 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 Aviara Oaks 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
#694 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
21%
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
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fran The Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aviara Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Aviara Oaks Middle School is ranked #694 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aviara Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Aviara Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Elijo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aviara Oaks Middle School?
991 students attend Aviara Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Aviara Oaks Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aviara Oaks Middle School?
Aviara Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aviara Oaks Middle School offer ?
Aviara Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aviara Oaks Middle School part of?
Aviara Oaks Middle School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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