Serving 1,082 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,082 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralston Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Belmont, CA, covering approximately 20.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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
School Overview
Ralston Intermediate's student population of 1,082 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
1,082 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
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
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
27.7%
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
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?
1,082 students attend Ralston Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ralston Intermediate students are Asian, 32% 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 20:1, which is lower than 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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