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Yuba Gardens Intermediate
Middle School · Marysville Joint Unified
1964 11th Ave., Olivehurst, CA 95961
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,772 of 9,539
In Olivehurst
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 22
Marysville Joint Unified
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Yuba Gardens Intermediate
Middle School in Olivehurst · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yuba Gardens Intermediate
Yuba Gardens Intermediate is a public middle school in Olivehurst, CA, part of Marysville Joint Unified. Yuba Gardens Intermediate serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Yuba Gardens Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,772 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yuba Gardens Intermediate show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Yuba Gardens 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.
38% of students at Yuba Gardens 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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Yuba Gardens Intermediate — Students at Yuba Gardens Intermediate score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Yuba Gardens Intermediate Compares
See how Yuba Gardens Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1964 11th Ave., Olivehurst, CA 95961
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yuba Gardens Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edgewater Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yuba County Career Preparatory Charter (rated 6.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rio Del Oro Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Plumas Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Olivehurst, see our Olivehurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Lindhurst Continuation High Olivehurst | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Lindhurst High Olivehurst | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Johnson Park Elementary Olivehurst | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Ella Elementary Olivehurst | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Olivehurst Elementary Olivehurst | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Edgewater Elementary Marysville | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Arboga Elementary Olivehurst | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Olivehurst | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Linda Elementary Marysville | 3.2 mi | 3.6 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST SCHOOLS Marysville | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Conquerors Christian School Marysville | 3.3 mi | — |
| Cedar Lane Elementary Olivehurst | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Riverbend Elementary Yuba City | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| AeroSTEM Academy Yuba City | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Covillaud Elementary Marysville | 4.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Anna McKenney Intermediate Marysville | 5.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Rio Del Oro Elementary Plumas Lake | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Yuba County Career Preparatory Charter Marysville | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Kynoch Elementary Marysville | 5.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Marysville High Marysville | 5.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95961 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,404
Median Home Value
$400,900
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
33,439
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yuba Gardens Intermediate
What grades does Yuba Gardens Intermediate serve?
Yuba Gardens Intermediate serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Yuba Gardens Intermediate?
Yuba Gardens Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yuba Gardens Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Yuba Gardens Intermediate is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yuba Gardens Intermediate rank in CA?
Yuba Gardens Intermediate ranks #6,772 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yuba Gardens Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Yuba Gardens Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Yuba Gardens Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yuba Gardens Intermediate has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yuba Gardens Intermediate a charter school?
No, Yuba Gardens Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yuba Gardens Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Yuba Gardens Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yuba Gardens Intermediate?
75.0% of students at Yuba Gardens 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Yuba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (530) 741-6194
Resources & Links
District
Marysville Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,337
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,700
- District Rank
- #7 of 22
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