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Horace Ensign Intermediate

Newport-Mesa Unified · Orange County · 2000 Cliff Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92663-5223

(949) 515-6910 · www.nmusd.us

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9/10
#208
Rank 208 out of 1,315
Top 16%
English Language Arts9/10 · #201 · 85th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #197 · 85th percentile
Science9/10 · #262 · 80th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the laid-back coastal neighborhoods of Newport Beach, Horace Ensign Intermediate serves the 7th and 8th graders who call this sun-soaked stretch of Orange County home. Academic performance here is consistently strong across English, math, and science, making it a solid fit for families who want rigorous preparation for high school without sacrificing that easygoing beach-town feel. It's the kind of school that appeals to parents who value both achievement and a tight-knit community — and who don't mind raising kids a short bike ride from the Pacific.

Student Demographics

829 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
408 (49%)
Hispanic
343 (41%)
Multiple Races
50 (6%)
Other
28 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners148 (18%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged398 (48%)
Students with Disabilities114 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

875
Enrollment
41.8
Teachers (FTE)
20.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
30.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #199 · 86th percentile

195 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found