Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, Julia C. Lathrop 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate's student population of 742 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Julia C. Lathrop 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 Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is 0.06, 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
#8758 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate's ranking?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is ranked #8758 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate?
742 students attend Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate offer ?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate part of?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Spring Instruction
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
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