Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate vs Kermit McKenzie Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 284 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
Santa Ana · Public middle · Grades 6–8
584 students
Kermit McKenzie Intermediate
Guadalupe · Public middle · Grades 4–8
585 students
| Measure | Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Santa Ana, California | Kermit McKenzie Intermediate Guadalupe, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1265 of 1,334 | #1211 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15117 of 15,369 | #14883 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 584 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Santa Ana | Guadalupe |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kermit McKenzie Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.2 vs 9.7).
- •Kermit McKenzie Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •Kermit McKenzie Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.9% vs 96.7%).
- •Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.3).
- •Kermit McKenzie Intermediate is the larger school with 585 students compared with 584.
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 Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate better than Kermit McKenzie Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Kermit McKenzie Intermediate ranks higher (12.2 vs 9.7 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 Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate and Kermit McKenzie Intermediate?
About 284 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Guadalupe in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate: 584. Kermit McKenzie Intermediate: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate and Kermit McKenzie Intermediate rank in California?
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate is 1265th of 1,334 and Kermit McKenzie Intermediate is 1211th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).