Middle Schools in Orinda Union

Orinda Union serves grades 6-8 through a single, highly-regarded middle school, Orinda Intermediate, located in an affluent community within the Orinda Union school district.

Orinda Intermediate stands out as a consistent top performer, ranking in the 99th percentile of all California schools for the last three years. Students achieve proficiency rates far above state averages, particularly in English Language Arts (87.61%) and Mathematics (79.51%). The school also fosters a strong culture of attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate of just 7.2%, which is less than half the state average.

While the school excels overall, performance data shows some variation by grade and subject. For instance, math proficiency is strong in 6th and 7th grades but sees a notable drop in 8th grade. Furthermore, while the school outperforms its district in English, it slightly trails the Orinda Union district averages in math and science, suggesting the elementary schools in the area provide particularly strong preparation in those subjects. With substantial per-student spending and a favorable student-teacher ratio, the school is well-resourced to support its students' high achievement.