Serving 1,195 students in grades 6-8, Gerald P. Carr Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Math Proficiency: 17%
- Reading Proficiency: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate's student population of 1,195 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gerald P. Carr Intermediate is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Gerald P. Carr Intermediate?
1,195 students attend Gerald P. Carr Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gerald P. Carr Intermediate students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gerald P. Carr Intermediate?
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gerald P. Carr Intermediate offer ?
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gerald P. Carr Intermediate part of?
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gerald P. Carr Intermediate located?
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate is located in the Valley Adams neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Valley Adams.
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