Serving 658 students in grades 6-8, Joaquin Moraga Intermediate ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate's student population of 658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is 0.70, which is more 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
#402 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate's ranking?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is ranked #402 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joaquin Moraga Intermediate often compared to?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Orinda Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Moraga Intermediate?
658 students attend Joaquin Moraga Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joaquin Moraga Intermediate offer ?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate part of?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is part of Moraga Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Joaquin Moraga Intermediate located?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is located in the School Tree neighborhood of Moraga, CA.
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