Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Meadows 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Meadows Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverside Meadows Intermediate's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Meadows Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Meadows 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
#4498 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Meadows Intermediate's ranking?
Riverside Meadows Intermediate is ranked #4498 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Riverside Meadows Intermediate?
440 students attend Riverside Meadows Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Riverside Meadows Intermediate students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Meadows Intermediate?
Riverside Meadows Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverside Meadows Intermediate offer ?
Riverside Meadows Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Riverside Meadows Intermediate part of?
Riverside Meadows Intermediate is part of Plumas Lake Elementary School District.
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