Serving 588 students in grades 6-8, Fernando Rivera Intermediate ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernando Rivera Intermediate serves the southern part of Daly City, CA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles, with most students living within 1.1 miles of the school and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge. Typical driving times to the school range from 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernando Rivera Intermediate's student population of 588 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Fernando Rivera Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernando Rivera Intermediate is 0.52, 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
#3083 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
65%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernando Rivera Intermediate's ranking?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate is ranked #3083 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fernando Rivera Intermediate often compared to?
Fernando Rivera Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Intermediate, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fernando Rivera Intermediate?
588 students attend Fernando Rivera Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fernando Rivera Intermediate students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernando Rivera Intermediate?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fernando Rivera Intermediate offer ?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fernando Rivera Intermediate part of?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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