Excellent
#1399 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Izaak Walton Intermediate
Middle School · Garden Grove Unified
12181 Buaro St., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,399 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#19 of 51
public schools
In district
#24 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Izaak Walton Intermediate
Middle School in Garden Grove · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Izaak Walton Intermediate
Izaak Walton Intermediate is a public middle school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Izaak Walton Intermediate serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Izaak Walton Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,399 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Izaak Walton Intermediate show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Izaak Walton Intermediate runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Izaak Walton Intermediate — Students at Izaak Walton Intermediate score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Izaak Walton Intermediate Compares
See how Izaak Walton Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12181 Buaro St., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Izaak Walton Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Garden Grove High (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Earl Warren Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| Parkview Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CHRIST CATHEDRAL ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Christ Cathedral Academy Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Santiago High Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | — |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Lampson Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Clinton Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,555
Median Home Value
$746,900
Median Rent
$1,955/mo
Population
54,475
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Izaak Walton Intermediate
What grades does Izaak Walton Intermediate serve?
Izaak Walton Intermediate serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Izaak Walton Intermediate?
Izaak Walton Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Izaak Walton Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Izaak Walton Intermediate is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Izaak Walton Intermediate rank in CA?
Izaak Walton Intermediate ranks #1,399 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Izaak Walton Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Izaak Walton Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Izaak Walton Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Izaak Walton Intermediate has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Izaak Walton Intermediate a charter school?
No, Izaak Walton Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Izaak Walton Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Izaak Walton Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Izaak Walton Intermediate?
90.6% of students at Izaak Walton Intermediate qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6040
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #24 of 64
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