Serving 721 students in grades 7-8, Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 71%
- Reading Proficiency: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate's student population of 721 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
73%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate often compared to?
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School, Fulton (Harry C.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate?
721 students attend Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate?
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate offer ?
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate part of?
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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