Serving 515 students in grades 6-8, Fernando Rivera Intermediate ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernando Rivera Intermediate's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1974
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fernando Rivera Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernando Rivera Intermediate is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3083 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernando Rivera Intermediate's ranking?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate is ranked #3083 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fernando Rivera Intermediate often compared to?
Fernando Rivera Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Intermediate, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fernando Rivera Intermediate?
515 students attend Fernando Rivera Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Fernando Rivera Intermediate students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernando Rivera Intermediate?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fernando Rivera Intermediate offer ?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fernando Rivera Intermediate part of?
Fernando Rivera Intermediate is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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