Ralston Intermediate vs Tierra Linda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ralston Intermediate
Belmont · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,082 students
Tierra Linda Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Ralston Intermediate Belmont, California | Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #26 of 1,334 | #69 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #864 of 15,369 | #1478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,082 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 1,082 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.2% | 11.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 71% |
| city | Belmont | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralston Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 80.1).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on math proficiency (80% vs 71%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 76%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.2% vs 11.1%).
- •Ralston Intermediate does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 20.5).
- •Ralston Intermediate is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 451.
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 Ralston Intermediate better than Tierra Linda Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ralston Intermediate ranks higher (84.2 vs 80.1 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 Ralston Intermediate and Tierra Linda Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Belmont and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ralston Intermediate: 1,082. Tierra Linda Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ralston Intermediate and Tierra Linda Middle rank in California?
Ralston Intermediate is 26th of 1,334 and Tierra Linda Middle is 69th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).