Serving 485 students in grades 7-8, Dr. Walter C. Ralston 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate serves the northeast part of Garden Grove, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate's student population of 485 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
485 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Promoting Unity and Inclusion for Bully Awareness
School Rankings
Dr. Walter C. Ralston 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 Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is 0.58, 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
#2826 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate's ranking?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is ranked #2826 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate?
485 students attend Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate offer ?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate part of?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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