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Rancho San Joaquin Middle

4861 Michelson Dr., Irvine, CA, 92612

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 49 of 739 in California

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About Rancho San Joaquin Middle

People say that Rancho San Joaquin Middle School in Irvine, California, is one of the best middle schools in the area. It is also part of a well-known group of middle schools in California. Students learn better when they work together, have structured lessons, and get help with their homework that is right for them. The student-to-teacher ratio is about 20:1. Families in Irvine, California, who are looking for the best middle schools like that the school focuses on character development, core academics, and extracurricular activities. Recent numbers show that 72% of students are good at math and 81% are good at reading and writing. This means that they are doing well in school. People know that Rancho San Joaquin Middle School puts students first, gets the community involved, and makes the school a good place to learn so that students can get ready for high school and grow as people.

Contact Information

Address

4861 Michelson Dr., Irvine, CA, 92612

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Phone

(949) 936-6500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 81%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 81% in Reading.
35
Full-time Teachers
25 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
878
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 49 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Rancho San Joaquin Middle

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

49

of 739 in California

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 a.m. – 2:55 p.m.

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 30.98%
Asian 44.53%
Hispanic 11.62%
Black 2.96%
Two+ Races 9.79%
Native Am. 0%
White
30.98%
Asian
44.53%
Hispanic
11.62%
Black
2.96%
Two+ Races
9.79%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 878
47.72%
419 Female
52.28%
459 Male

Student Population

878 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

487 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is recognized at both the state and national level, including California Distinguished School honors, reflecting sustained academic achievement and program quality.

In recent statewide rankings of K-8 schools, Rancho San Joaquin earned a spot among Orange County’s top 100 campuses for performance, indicating strong academic outcomes in math and reading.

FAQ

Q1. What technology resources are available for instruction?

Ans. Classroom iPads, Chromebooks, and digital learning platforms enhance interactive lessons.

Q2. Does the school offer world language programs?

Ans. Students may have access to Spanish, Mandarin, or exploratory language courses.

Q3. How does RSJ support high-achieving students?

Ans. Advanced coursework, honors pathways, and competitive academic teams are available.

Q4. Are collaborative group projects encouraged?

Ans. Yes, structured group work and cooperative problem-solving are part of classroom routines.

Q5. What are the school’s safety practices?

Ans. Secure entry systems, drill procedures, and on-campus supervision maintain safety.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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