Serving 581 students in grades 7-8, Alamitos Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alamitos Intermediate's student population of 581 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Fly with Pride
School Rankings
Alamitos Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamitos Intermediate is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2488 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Condors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamitos Intermediate's ranking?
Alamitos Intermediate is ranked #2488 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alamitos Intermediate?
581 students attend Alamitos Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Alamitos Intermediate students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alamitos Intermediate?
Alamitos Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alamitos Intermediate offer ?
Alamitos Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Alamitos Intermediate part of?
Alamitos Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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