Mariposa vs Ralston Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mariposa
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
322 students
Ralston Intermediate
Belmont · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,082 students
| Measure | Mariposa San Carlos, California | Ralston Intermediate Belmont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1287 of 5,693 | #26 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #17146 of 50,301 | #864 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 322 | 1,082 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 1,082 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.9% | 6.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 84% |
| Math proficiency | – | 80% |
| city | San Carlos | Belmont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralston Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 61.5).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.2% vs 10.9%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 24.8).
- •Ralston Intermediate is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 322.
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 Mariposa better than Ralston Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Ralston Intermediate ranks higher (84.2 vs 61.5 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 Mariposa and Ralston Intermediate?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and Belmont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mariposa: 322. Ralston Intermediate: 1,082. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mariposa and Ralston Intermediate rank in California?
Mariposa is 1287th of 5,693 and Ralston Intermediate is 26th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).