Serving 1,074 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mcfadden Institute Of Technology 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology's student population of 1,074 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology 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 Mcfadden Institute Of Technology is 0.12, 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
#8394 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcfadden Institute Of Technology's ranking?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology is ranked #8394 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mcfadden Institute Of Technology often compared to?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mcfadden Institute Of Technology?
1,074 students attend Mcfadden Institute Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mcfadden Institute Of Technology students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcfadden Institute Of Technology?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mcfadden Institute Of Technology offer ?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mcfadden Institute Of Technology part of?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcfadden Institute Of Technology located?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology is located in the Thornton Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Thornton Park.
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