Serving 875 students in grades 7-8, Horace Ensign Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horace Ensign Intermediate 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
Horace Ensign Intermediate's student population of 875 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
875 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
Seabees pave the way for success.
School Rankings
Horace Ensign Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horace Ensign Intermediate is 0.58, 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
#1395 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Seabees
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Ensign Intermediate's ranking?
Horace Ensign Intermediate is ranked #1395 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Horace Ensign Intermediate often compared to?
Horace Ensign Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Costa Mesa High School, Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Horace Ensign Intermediate?
875 students attend Horace Ensign Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Horace Ensign Intermediate students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Ensign Intermediate?
Horace Ensign Intermediate has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Horace Ensign Intermediate offer ?
Horace Ensign Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Horace Ensign Intermediate part of?
Horace Ensign Intermediate is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
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