Serving 890 students in grades 6-8, Ridgecrest Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgecrest Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgecrest Intermediate's student population of 890 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgecrest Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgecrest Intermediate is 0.65, which is more 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
#267 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgecrest Intermediate's ranking?
Ridgecrest Intermediate is ranked #267 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ridgecrest Intermediate often compared to?
Ridgecrest Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Palos Verdes Intermediate, Miraleste Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ridgecrest Intermediate?
890 students attend Ridgecrest Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ridgecrest Intermediate students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgecrest Intermediate?
Ridgecrest Intermediate has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ridgecrest Intermediate offer ?
Ridgecrest Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ridgecrest Intermediate part of?
Ridgecrest Intermediate is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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