Serving 562 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 33%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 562 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate's student population of 562 students has declined by 18% 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
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stephen R. Fitz 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 Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate is 0.23, 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
#4857 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate's ranking?
Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate is ranked #4857 out of 9,602 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 33% 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?
562 students attend Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% 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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