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Portola Middle

Orange Unified · Orange County · 270 North Palm Drive, Orange, CA 92868-2428

(714) 997-6361 · www.orangeusd.org/portola-middle-school-6-7-8

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4/10
#849
Rank 849 out of 1,315
English Language Arts3/10 · #930 · 29th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #817 · 38th percentile
Science5/10 · #748 · 44th percentile

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School Overview

Portola Middle sits in the heart of Orange, a city that blends old California charm with suburban family life — think tree-lined streets, proximity to the historic plaza, and easy access to everything Orange County has to offer. The school serves a diverse student body and tends to draw families rooted in the local community who value a neighborhood middle school experience over a long commute to a magnet or charter program. Academics are developing, with science showing the most promise, making it a reasonable fit for families who want to stay local and are willing to stay engaged in their child's educational journey.

Student Demographics

384 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
339 (88%)
Asian
19 (5%)
White
16 (4%)
Other
10 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners194 (51%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged359 (93%)
Students with Disabilities54 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

422
Enrollment
20
Teachers (FTE)
21.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
17
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 · #215 · 84th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found