Very Good
#2295 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate
Middle School · Garden Grove Unified
10851 East Lampson Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,295 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#32 of 51
public schools
In district
#40 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate
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About Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is a public middle school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified.
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,295 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate runs 22:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate — Students at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Compares
See how Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10851 East Lampson Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garden Grove High (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,555
Median Home Value
$746,900
Median Rent
$1,955/mo
Population
54,475
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate
What grades does Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate serve?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate rank in CA?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate ranks #2,295 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate a charter school?
No, Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate?
83.0% of students at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6366
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #40 of 64
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