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Marco Forster Middle

Capistrano Unified · Orange County · 25601 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-4330

(949) 234-5907 · marcoforster.capousd.org/

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7/10
#454
Rank 454 out of 1,315
Top 34%
English Language Arts7/10 · #474 · 64th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #481 · 63rd percentile
Science7/10 · #409 · 69th percentile

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School Overview

San Juan Capistrano is one of those rare Southern California towns that still feels genuinely historic, with mission-era architecture and a slower pace than the coastal sprawl nearby — and Marco Forster Middle fits right into that community character. Scoring solidly above the state midpoint across English, math, and science, it's a dependable choice for families who want a well-rounded middle school experience without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of more intensely competitive districts. Families drawn to SJC's equestrian culture, strong arts scene, and tight-knit feel tend to find Marco Forster a natural fit for the middle school years.

Student Demographics

888 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
623 (70%)
White
204 (23%)
Multiple Races
33 (4%)
Other
28 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners418 (47%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged675 (76%)
Students with Disabilities162 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

930
Enrollment
50.9
Teachers (FTE)
18.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
19
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 Programs7/10 · #475 · 65th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found