Serving 534 students in grades 7-8, Stephen R. Fitz 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate serves the southeast part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate's student population of 534 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate 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 Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate is 0.27, 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
#4913 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate's ranking?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate is ranked #4913 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate often compared to?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Cedarlane Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate?
534 students attend Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate offer ?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate part of?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate located?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate is located in the Riverview West neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Riverview West.
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