Serving 863 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mcpherson Magnet 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcpherson Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcpherson Magnet's student population of 863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
863 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning is at the heart of our purpose for existence - Inspiration * Discovery * Knowledge
School Rankings
Mcpherson Magnet 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 Mcpherson Magnet is 0.64, 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
#1668 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcpherson Magnet's ranking?
Mcpherson Magnet is ranked #1668 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mcpherson Magnet?
863 students attend Mcpherson Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mcpherson Magnet students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcpherson Magnet?
Mcpherson Magnet has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mcpherson Magnet offer ?
Mcpherson Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mcpherson Magnet part of?
Mcpherson Magnet is part of Orange Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
good academics but very cold environment. Unkind to students on many levels and starts at top.
5 10/10/2025
It's good
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