Serving 1,136 students in grades 6-8, Ralston Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Ralston Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Ralston Intermediate's student population of 1,136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
Ralston Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralston Intermediate is 0.71, which is more 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
#135 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Ralston Intermediate's ranking?
Ralston Intermediate is ranked #135 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ralston Intermediate often compared to?
Ralston Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Sandpiper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ralston Intermediate?
1,136 students attend Ralston Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ralston Intermediate students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralston Intermediate?
Ralston Intermediate has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ralston Intermediate offer ?
Ralston Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ralston Intermediate part of?
Ralston Intermediate is part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District.
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