Serving 451 students in grades 7-8, Olympus Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympus Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Olympus Junior High School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olympus Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympus Junior High School is 0.62, 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
#290 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
58%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympus Junior High School's ranking?
Olympus Junior High School is ranked #290 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Olympus Junior High School often compared to?
Olympus Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren T. Eich Middle School, Willma Cavitt Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Olympus Junior High School?
451 students attend Olympus Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Olympus Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympus Junior High School?
Olympus Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olympus Junior High School offer ?
Olympus Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Olympus Junior High School part of?
Olympus Junior High School is part of Eureka Union School District.
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