James Irvine Intermediate vs Sarah McGarvin Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Irvine Intermediate
Garden Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
532 students
Sarah McGarvin Intermediate
Westminster · Public middle · Grades 7–8
717 students
| Measure | James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove, California | Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #448 of 1,334 | #276 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8061 of 15,369 | #4871 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 532 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 532 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 26.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 71% |
| city | Garden Grove | Westminster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 48.1).
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate does better on math proficiency (71% vs 54%).
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 62%).
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.7% vs 88.3%).
- •James Irvine Intermediate does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 26.6).
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate is the larger school with 717 students compared with 532.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is James Irvine Intermediate better than Sarah McGarvin Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Sarah McGarvin Intermediate ranks higher (62.8 vs 48.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are James Irvine Intermediate and Sarah McGarvin Intermediate?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Garden Grove and Westminster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Irvine Intermediate: 532. Sarah McGarvin Intermediate: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Irvine Intermediate and Sarah McGarvin Intermediate rank in California?
James Irvine Intermediate is 448th of 1,334 and Sarah McGarvin Intermediate is 276th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).