Serving 602 students in grades 7-8, Donald S. Jordan Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate's student population of 602 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald S. Jordan Intermediate is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1484 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
57%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald S. Jordan Intermediate's ranking?
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate is ranked #1484 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Donald S. Jordan Intermediate often compared to?
Donald S. Jordan Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like James Irvine Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Donald S. Jordan Intermediate?
602 students attend Donald S. Jordan Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Donald S. Jordan Intermediate students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donald S. Jordan Intermediate?
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Donald S. Jordan Intermediate offer ?
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Donald S. Jordan Intermediate part of?
Donald S. Jordan Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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