Serving 506 students in grades 7-8, Izaak Walton Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Izaak Walton Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Izaak Walton Intermediate's student population of 506 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Izaak Walton Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Izaak Walton Intermediate is 0.41, 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
#3816 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
74%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Izaak Walton Intermediate's ranking?
Izaak Walton Intermediate is ranked #3816 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Izaak Walton Intermediate?
506 students attend Izaak Walton Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Izaak Walton Intermediate students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 2% 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 Izaak Walton Intermediate?
Izaak Walton Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Izaak Walton Intermediate offer ?
Izaak Walton Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Izaak Walton Intermediate part of?
Izaak Walton Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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