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 34%). 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 20:1 is lower 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McFadden Intermediate serves the southern part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 4.3 miles from the school.
- 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 stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,074 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Eduvating 21st Century Learning Through Global Pathways
School Rankings
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 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
#8447 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcfadden Institute Of Technology's ranking?
Mcfadden Institute Of Technology is ranked #8447 out of 9,523 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, Sierra Preparatory Academy 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 34% 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, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 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 20:1, 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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