Niguel Hills Middle School

About Niguel Hills Middle School

Niguel Hills Middle School is an excellent school located in Laguna Niguel, California. It is part of the Capistrano Unified School District, and is one of the top-rated middle schools in the area. The school has a diverse student population and a dedicated staff of teachers and administrators. The school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities, including a variety of clubs, sports teams, and other activities. The school also has a strong focus on technology, with a 1:1 laptop program and a well-equipped computer lab. Niguel Hills Middle School is an excellent choice for students looking for a quality education in a supportive environment.

Address:	29070 Shark Bay Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Phone:	(949) 234-5360
Site:	niguelhills.capousd.org
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	818 students

Overview Niguel Hills Middle School

Niguel Hills Middle School serves 818 students in grades 6-8.
Niguel Hills Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year. The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1. Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Niguel Hills Middle School

Niguel Hills Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Niguel Hills Middle School is 0.62, 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.