Excellent
#123 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Ralston Intermediate
Middle School · Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary
2675 Ralston Ave., Belmont, CA 94002
Enrollment
1,136
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,136
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#123 of 9,539
In Belmont
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ralston Intermediate
Middle School in Belmont · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ralston Intermediate
Ralston Intermediate is a public middle school in Belmont, CA, part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary. Ralston Intermediate serves approximately 1,136 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralston Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ralston Intermediate show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ralston Intermediate runs 21.4:1 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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Ralston Intermediate — Students at Ralston Intermediate score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.2%
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: 9.7/10.
How Ralston Intermediate Compares
See how Ralston Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2675 Ralston Ave., Belmont, CA 94002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralston Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tierra Linda Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Abbott Middle (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belmont, see our Belmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Springs Uplands School-Middle School Campus Belmont | 0.2 mi | — |
| Cipriani Elementary Belmont | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SERENDIPITY SCHOOL Belmont | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Serendipity School Belmont | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fox Elementary Belmont | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Belmont Oaks Academy Belmont | 0.8 mi | — |
| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Belmont | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Abbott Middle San Mateo | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gateway Center San Mateo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary San Mateo | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Carlmont High Belmont | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Margaret J. Kemp Redwood City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hillcrest at Youth Services Center Redwood City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Mariposa San Carlos | 1.4 mi | 9.7 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Belmont | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Moonshot Academy San Mateo | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,573
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,889/mo
Population
27,730
College Educated
68.6%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
40.4
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|---|---|
| Bowditch Middle Foster City, CA | 9.2 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto, CA | 9.2 |
| Sam H. Lawson Middle Cupertino, CA | 9.2 |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park, CA | 9.1 |
| Orinda Intermediate Orinda, CA | 9.1 |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale, CA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralston Intermediate
What grades does Ralston Intermediate serve?
Ralston Intermediate serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ralston Intermediate?
Ralston Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 1,136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralston Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralston Intermediate is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralston Intermediate rank in CA?
Ralston Intermediate ranks #123 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ralston Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralston Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Ralston Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralston Intermediate has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ralston Intermediate a charter school?
No, Ralston Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralston Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Ralston Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralston Intermediate?
6.2% of students at 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.1%
- Phone
- (650) 637-4880
Resources & Links
District
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,019
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,752
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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