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Ranked 2660 of 6840 in California
See top schools in Garden GroveDr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School is located at 10851 East Lampson Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840. It serves students in grades 7 through 8, with an enrollment of about 506 students and a student–teacher ratio near 22:1. The student population is made up of 50% female students and 50% male students. According to the most recent statewide assessment data, around 35% of students meet math proficiency standards and about 62% meet reading benchmarks, reflecting the school’s performance on California’s standardized tests. Middle graders at the Garden Grove Unified School District campus receive core instruction and programs like Gifted & Talented education and Project Lead The Way pathways that expand learning across subjects. The school is also known for its PBIS program. In this Garden Grove district structure, the school operates as a comprehensive intermediate campus serving a broad segment of the city’s middle-grade population. Single-family homes in the surrounding area generally list in the mid-$800,000 range, consistent with residential values in this portion of Orange County. With its current proficiency profile, the campus operates within the broader public education landscape often referenced in discussions of the top middle schools in California, where balanced academic outcomes and district program breadth shape the middle grade experience for families.
New Playground Name
We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....
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Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 8:05 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
506 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
506 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
Being Updated
The ERP Honor Roll school for 2025 is Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate. The national award goes to schools that are doing well academically and are working to close achievement gaps. The designation puts Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate on the ERP Honor Roll list of schools that meet the selection criteria.
Q1. What instructional focus defines Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School?
Ans. Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School delivers a standards-aligned academic program structured around California middle-grade curriculum frameworks.
Q2. What athletic opportunities are available at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School?
Ans. Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School offers after-school sports programs that include basketball, volleyball, and cross country.
Q3. How does Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School support visual and performing arts?
Ans. Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School provides elective courses in band, choir, and visual arts as part of its enrichment program.
Q4. How are families informed about school events at Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School?
Ans. Event notices and student information are distributed through the Aeries Parent Portal and district communication platforms.
Q5. What district operates Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School?
Ans. Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School is part of the Garden Grove Unified School District in Orange County.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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