Marco Forster Middle School

Marco Forster Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
25601 Camino Del Avion,  San Juan Capistrano, CA
Capistrano Unified School District
3.3
3.4
1,186 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Carrie Bertini
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
26%
Reading Proficiency
43%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
26%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
54
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
16.2%
State Average
17.9%
Science
11.8%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
676:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.6%
Female
47.4%
Hispanic
67.9%
White
26.3%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 2 Reviews
1.0 Alum
2/1/2020
This school is absolutly terrible the teachers have no control everyone is always misbehaving there are so many drugs in the school ita not even funny some kids dont even know how to read! I would never ever send your kids there
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 14 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/4/2025
I am extremely disappointed with the way my son's situation has been handled at this school. He has been the target of repeated bullying, including a physical attack in class. When he defended himself during the incident, he was suspended. We were told that he should have walked away and found a tea...
5.0 parent
8/23/2024
My daughter came to Marco after having attended a local private school for years. We are so happy we made the decision to send her to Marco. The teachers and admin were all supportive of students and families. They cultivated a positive school atmosphere where the kids felt welcome. The teachers and...
5.0 parent
12/15/2022
yes a very nice school l would say that kids should go there
5.0 parent
11/9/2022
Marco Forster is a great neighborhood school. My son has enjoyed his experience, and we have been delighted with the fantastic staff. Go Roadrunners!

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Marco Forster Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in San Juan Capistrano, CA, in the San Juan Capistrano neighborhood, and is served by the Capistrano Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,186 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 26% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Marco Forster Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,684,850. Discover additional schools in the area, like California Preparatory Academy, Dana Hills High School, Capistrano Union High School, and more. Learn more about what San Juan Capistrano has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Marco Forster Middle School.

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