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Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
Middle School · Santa Ana Unified
1111 South Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92707
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,495 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#38 of 73
public schools
In district
#22 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is a public middle school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Julia C.
Lathrop Intermediate serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,495 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate — Students at Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.2/10.
How Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Compares
See how Julia C. Lathrop 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
1111 South Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edward B. Cole Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garfield Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nova Academy Early College High (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Martin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Ana High Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Madison Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Thomas A. Edison Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Cesar E. Chavez High Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Mater Dei High School Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Manuel Esqueda Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Washington Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,491
Median Home Value
$635,600
Median Rent
$2,141/mo
Population
59,213
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
32.8
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| Del Vallejo Middle San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| Dolores Huerta Middle Burbank, CA | 5.5 |
| George A. Buljan Middle Roseville, CA | 5.5 |
| John Muir Middle Los Angeles, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
What grades does Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate serve?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate rank in CA?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate ranks #6,495 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate a charter school?
No, Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate?
87.2% of students at Julia C. Lathrop 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 673
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (714) 567-3300
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #22 of 51
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