Serving 1,075 students in grades 6-8, Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate's student population of 1,075 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5261 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate's ranking?
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate is ranked #5261 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate?
1,075 students attend Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate?
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate offer ?
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate part of?
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate located?
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate is located in the Sandpointe neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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