Excellent
#1556 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Louis Lake Intermediate
Middle School · Garden Grove Unified
10801 Orangewood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,556 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#23 of 51
public schools
In district
#30 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Louis Lake Intermediate
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About Louis Lake Intermediate
Louis Lake Intermediate is a public middle school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Louis Lake Intermediate serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Louis Lake Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,556 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Louis Lake Intermediate show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Louis Lake Intermediate runs 25.1:1 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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Louis Lake Intermediate — Students at Louis Lake Intermediate score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.6/10.
How Louis Lake Intermediate Compares
See how Louis Lake 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
10801 Orangewood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Louis Lake Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Anaheim Elementary Online Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Garden Grove High (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Loara High Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Palm Lane Global Academy Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Polaris High Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
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 Louis Lake Intermediate
What grades does Louis Lake Intermediate serve?
Louis Lake Intermediate serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Louis Lake Intermediate?
Louis Lake Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Louis Lake Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Louis Lake Intermediate is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Louis Lake Intermediate rank in CA?
Louis Lake Intermediate ranks #1,556 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Louis Lake Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Louis Lake Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Louis Lake Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Louis Lake Intermediate has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Louis Lake Intermediate a charter school?
No, Louis Lake Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Louis Lake Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Louis Lake Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Louis Lake Intermediate?
86.7% of students at Louis Lake 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
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6506
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #30 of 64
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