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Izaak Walton Intermediate

12181 Buaro St., Garden Grove, CA, 92840

About Izaak Walton Intermediate

Izaak Walton Intermediate School is located at 12181 Buaro Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840. It serves students in grades 7 through 8. The school’s enrollment is approximately 509 students. The student–teacher ratio is about 23:1. The student population is made up of 50% female students and 50% male students. According to statewide assessment reporting, roughly 39% of students meet math proficiency standards, and about 50% meet reading benchmarks on recent statewide tests. The campus is part of the Garden Grove Unified School District and offers core instruction for middle-grade learners alongside programs such as Gifted & Talented and Project Lead The Way pathways that extend learning opportunities across subject areas. The school operates as one of the district’s traditional intermediate campuses rather than a magnet or charter option, serving families across its established attendance area within Garden Grove’s broader grade span. Single-family homes in the surrounding Garden Grove neighborhoods generally list in the mid-$800,000 range. Within Orange County’s residential landscape, the school operates within the broader statewide framework often referenced in discussions of the best middle schools in California, where balanced proficiency outcomes and comprehensive instructional breadth characterize the middle grade experience for students in this part of Southern California.

Izaak Walton Intermediate Contact Information

Address

12181 Buaro St., Garden Grove, CA, 92840

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Phone

(714) 663-6040

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 39%
Reading 50%
State average proficiency is 39% in Math and 50% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
509
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2271 IN STEM IN STATE

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:12 AM - 2:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:57 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 4.32%
Asian 19.84%
Hispanic 72.5%
Black 1.18%
Two+ Races 1.57%
Native Am. 0%
White
4.32%
Asian
19.84%
Hispanic
72.5%
Black
1.18%
Two+ Races
1.57%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 509
50.1%
255 Female
49.9%
254 Male

Student Population

509 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

509 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Spring Music Concert at Izaak Walton Intermediate will be on April 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The evening show is part of the school's yearly music program schedule. The concert gives student musicians a chance to play songs they've practiced for family and community members.

FAQ

Q1. What unique academic opportunity does Izaak Walton Intermediate School offer?

Ans. The Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program at Izaak Walton Intermediate School offers advanced academic classes.

Q2. How does Izaak Walton Intermediate School use technology in the classroom?

Ans. Izaak Walton Intermediate School uses Chromebooks and district learning platforms in class every day to help with homework and research.

Q3. What kinds of activities do Izaak Walton Intermediate School students do outside of school?

Ans. Izaak Walton Intermediate School has a campus program that includes student clubs, leadership activities, and sports after school.

Q4. How does Izaak Walton Intermediate School let families know about school news?

Ans. The Aeries Parent Portal and the district's communication system send out academic updates and campus news.

Q5. What district runs Izaak Walton Intermediate School?

Ans. The Garden Grove Unified School District includes Izaak Walton Intermediate School.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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