Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate

Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate sits in one of Orange County's most family-focused planned communities, where tree-lined streets, a central lake, and a strong sense of neighborhood pride set the backdrop for a genuinely solid middle school experience. With particularly strong math and science scores, this school is a good fit for families who want their kids well-prepared heading into high school in the competitive Saddleback Valley district. RSM, as locals call it, attracts families who chose this corner of South OC specifically for its schools, safety, and that suburban-done-right feel that's hard to find elsewhere in the region.