Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is a public middle school for seventh graders and eighth graders in Los Altos, California. It is part of the Los Altos School District. Most of Egan's over five hundred students live in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, and a few students live in Mountain View.
Serving 517 students in grades 7-8, Ardis G. Egan Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Ardis G. Egan Junior High serves the west part of the Los Altos, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Families typically have a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School's student population of 517 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
517 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#202 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Yellow, Gold
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardis G. Egan Junior High School's ranking?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is ranked #202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ardis G. Egan Junior High School often compared to?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgina P. Blach Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ardis G. Egan Junior High School?
517 students attend Ardis G. Egan Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ardis G. Egan Junior High School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardis G. Egan Junior High School?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ardis G. Egan Junior High School offer ?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ardis G. Egan Junior High School part of?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is part of Los Altos Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ardis G. Egan Junior High School located?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is located in the North Los Altos neighborhood of Los Altos, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in North Los Altos.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I'm a seventh grader at this school and my brother also attended for 2 years. It is truly an amazing school atmosphere. Lots of after school activities, and sports. The teachers teach from the heart, love the students, and make class fun. The students are all very intellectual, greet everyone with smiles, and love the teachers. The parents are very involved. Mothers and Fathers are involved in the lunch program, school dances and productions, as well as students' homework and over all achievement. I love going to Egan and wouldn't go to another school if I was offered a million dollars(and I do love money). Hope my review was enlightening and helped you with your placement decision for your child.
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