Serving 65 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Junction City Elementary 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 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junction City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Junction City Elementary School's student population of 65 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Junction City Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junction City Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#884 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction City Elementary School's ranking?
Junction City Elementary School is ranked #884 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Junction City Elementary School?
65 students attend Junction City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Junction City Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junction City Elementary School?
Junction City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Junction City Elementary School offer ?
Junction City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Junction City Elementary School part of?
Junction City Elementary School is part of Junction City Elementary School District.
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