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Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate

Garden Grove Unified · Orange County · 10851 East Lampson Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840-5134

(714) 663-6366 · ralston.ggusd.us

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8/10
#357
Rank 357 out of 1,315
Top 27%
English Language Arts8/10 · #326 · 75th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #403 · 69th percentile
Science8/10 · #352 · 73rd percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the heart of Garden Grove — a city known for its tight-knit Vietnamese-American community and suburban stability just a few miles from Anaheim — Ralston Intermediate is a solid middle school choice for families who want a reliable academic foundation during those crucial 7th and 8th grade years. Scores in English and science land in the upper quarter statewide, making it a comfortable fit for families who prioritize academic consistency without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. Garden Grove itself offers a grounded, working-class feel with genuine community character, and Ralston reflects that — a school where students are prepared without being overwhelmed.

Student Demographics

467 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
249 (53%)
Asian
168 (36%)
White
21 (4%)
Multiple Races
10 (2%)
Filipino
9 (2%)
Other
10 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners178 (38%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged383 (82%)
Students with Disabilities63 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

485
Enrollment
21.2
Teachers (FTE)
22.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
25.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #289 · 79th percentile

191 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found