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#6125 of 9,539 schools in CA
Willard Intermediate
Middle School · Santa Ana Unified
1342 North Ross, Santa Ana, CA 92706
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,125 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#35 of 73
public schools
In district
#20 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Willard Intermediate
Willard Intermediate is a public middle school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Willard Intermediate serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willard Intermediate show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Willard Intermediate sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Willard Intermediate — Students at Willard Intermediate score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
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: 6.0/10.
How Willard Intermediate Compares
See how Willard 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
1342 North Ross, Santa Ana, CA 92706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OCSA (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middle College High (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Advanced Learning Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | — |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | — |
| El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Scholarship Prep - Orange County Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| OCSA Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Wilson Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace R. Davis Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Heroes Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| LOVE 2 LEARN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | — |
| Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Santa Ana High Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Advanced Learning Academy Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Santiago Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Middle College High Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,424
Median Home Value
$839,100
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
37,191
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard Intermediate
What grades does Willard Intermediate serve?
Willard Intermediate serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Willard Intermediate?
Willard Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Intermediate is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard Intermediate rank in CA?
Willard Intermediate ranks #6,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willard Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Willard Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard Intermediate has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willard Intermediate a charter school?
No, Willard Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Willard Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard Intermediate?
87.4% of students at Willard 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
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (714) 480-4800
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #20 of 51
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