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Alvarado Intermediate

1901 South Desire Ave.
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 666 students in grades 7-8, Alvarado Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 666 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Alvarado Intermediate's student population of 666 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Alvarado Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvarado Intermediate is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2853 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
41%
34%
55%
47%
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alvarado Intermediate's ranking?
Alvarado Intermediate is ranked #2853 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alvarado Intermediate often compared to?
Alvarado Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Ybarra Academy For The Arts And Technology, John A. Rowland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alvarado Intermediate?
666 students attend Alvarado Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alvarado Intermediate students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvarado Intermediate?
Alvarado Intermediate has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alvarado Intermediate offer ?
Alvarado Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Alvarado Intermediate part of?
Alvarado Intermediate is part of Rowland Unified School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 666 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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