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Melinda Heights Elementary

Saddleback Valley Unified · Orange County · 21001 Rancho Trabuco, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688-3444

(949) 888-7311

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8/10
#1226
Rank 1226 out of 5,722
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1461 · 74th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #1110 · 81st percentile
Science9/10 · #1086 · 81st percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of Rancho Santa Margarita, Melinda Heights Elementary sits in one of Orange County's most family-friendly planned communities, where trails, lakes, and a strong sense of neighborhood pride are part of everyday life. The school posts solid numbers across the board — particularly in math and science — making it a comfortable fit for families who value academics without the pressure-cooker intensity of some nearby districts. RSM, as locals call it, tends to attract families looking for that suburban sweet spot: safe streets, active PTAs, and a school where kids genuinely know their teachers.

Student Demographics

585 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
300 (51%)
Hispanic
138 (24%)
Asian
55 (9%)
Multiple Races
53 (9%)
Filipino
19 (3%)
Other
20 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners59 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged166 (28%)
Students with Disabilities78 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

950
Enrollment
33.8
Teachers (FTE)
28.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
26.9
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 · #2230 · 63rd percentile

129 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found