Abbott Middle vs Ralston Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abbott Middle
San Mateo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
721 students
Ralston Intermediate
Belmont · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,082 students
| Measure | Abbott Middle San Mateo, California | Ralston Intermediate Belmont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #583 of 1,334 | #26 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #10102 of 15,369 | #864 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 721 | 1,082 |
| Enrollment | 721 | 1,082 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 6.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 80% |
| city | San Mateo | Belmont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralston Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 38.7).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on math proficiency (80% vs 32%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 49%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.2% vs 61%).
- •Abbott Middle does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 20.4).
- •Ralston Intermediate is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 721.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Abbott Middle better than Ralston Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Ralston Intermediate ranks higher (84.2 vs 38.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Abbott Middle and Ralston Intermediate?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between San Mateo and Belmont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abbott Middle: 721. Ralston Intermediate: 1,082. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abbott Middle and Ralston Intermediate rank in California?
Abbott Middle is 583rd of 1,334 and Ralston Intermediate is 26th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).