Serving 591 students in grades 7-8, Garvey (Richard) Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate's student population of 591 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1510 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
32%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garvey (Richard) Intermediate's ranking?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is ranked #1510 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garvey (Richard) Intermediate often compared to?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Temple (Roger W.) Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garvey (Richard) Intermediate?
591 students attend Garvey (Richard) Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Garvey (Richard) Intermediate students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garvey (Richard) Intermediate?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Garvey (Richard) Intermediate offer ?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Garvey (Richard) Intermediate part of?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is part of Garvey Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Garvey (Richard) Intermediate located?
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate is located in the Garvey neighborhood of Rosemead, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Garvey.
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