Serving 661 students in grades 7-8, Garvey (Richard) Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 99% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Garvey Intermediate serves a central area in Rosemead, CA, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate's student population of 661 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Provide a premier education in a 21st century learning environment to develop tomorrow’s responsible leaders.
School Rankings
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is 0.49, 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
#1381 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
63%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
56%
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
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garvey (Richard) Intermediate's ranking?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is ranked #1381 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garvey (Richard) Intermediate often compared to?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Temple (Roger W.) Intermediate, Chaparral Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garvey (Richard) Intermediate?
661 students attend Garvey (Richard) Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Garvey (Richard) Intermediate students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garvey (Richard) Intermediate?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garvey (Richard) Intermediate offer ?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Garvey (Richard) Intermediate part of?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is part of Garvey Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Garvey (Richard) Intermediate located?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is located in the Garvey neighborhood of Rosemead, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Garvey.
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