Serving 624 students in grades 7-8, Alvarado Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alvarado Intermediate serves the southern part of Rowland Heights, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado Intermediate's student population of 624 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
624 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
We empower others to explore greatness
School Rankings
Alvarado Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvarado Intermediate is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2853 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
47%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Matador
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvarado Intermediate's ranking?
Alvarado Intermediate is ranked #2853 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alvarado Intermediate often compared to?
Alvarado Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Ybarra Academy For The Arts And Technology, John A. Rowland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alvarado Intermediate?
624 students attend Alvarado Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Alvarado Intermediate students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alvarado Intermediate?
Alvarado Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alvarado Intermediate offer ?
Alvarado Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Alvarado Intermediate part of?
Alvarado Intermediate is part of Rowland Unified School District.
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