Serving 717 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 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate's student population of 717 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Always Forward!
School Rankings
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate is 0.45, 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
#540 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
71%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate's ranking?
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate is ranked #540 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
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?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate?
717 students attend Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate?
Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate has a student ration of 27:1, 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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