Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate vs Ralston Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate
Half Moon Bay · Public middle · Grades 6–8
521 students
Ralston Intermediate
Belmont · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,082 students
| Measure | Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate Half Moon Bay, California | Ralston Intermediate Belmont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #523 of 1,334 | #26 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #9225 of 15,369 | #864 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 521 | 1,082 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 1,082 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.4% | 6.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 80% |
| city | Half Moon Bay | Belmont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralston Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 42.7).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on math proficiency (80% vs 30%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 44%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.2% vs 27.4%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 21.7).
- •Ralston Intermediate is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 521.
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 Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate better than Ralston Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Ralston Intermediate ranks higher (84.2 vs 42.7 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 Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate and Ralston Intermediate?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Half Moon Bay and Belmont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate: 521. Ralston Intermediate: 1,082. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate and Ralston Intermediate rank in California?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is 523rd of 1,334 and Ralston Intermediate is 26th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).