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La Paz Intermediate

Saddleback Valley Unified · Orange County · 25151 Pradera Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691-5310

(949) 830-1720

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9/10
#158
Rank 158 out of 1,315
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #181 · 86th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #159 · 88th percentile
Science10/10 · #108 · 92nd percentile

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School Overview

La Paz Intermediate sits in the heart of Mission Viejo, one of Orange County's most family-focused communities, where well-kept neighborhoods and a strong sense of civic pride make it a popular destination for parents who take school selection seriously. As part of the well-regarded Saddleback Valley Unified district, La Paz consistently performs near the top of the state in science while keeping English and math scores well above average — a solid all-around program for students heading into high school. Families drawn to the area tend to value stability and academics, and the suburban setting offers plenty of youth sports, parks, and community activities to round out those middle school years.

Student Demographics

683 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
293 (43%)
Hispanic
214 (31%)
Multiple Races
66 (10%)
Asian
60 (9%)
Filipino
29 (4%)
Other
21 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners107 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged277 (41%)
Students with Disabilities83 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

713
Enrollment
32.6
Teachers (FTE)
21.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
20.6
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 · #227 · 84th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found