Serving 383 students in grades 7-8, Beardsley Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beardsley Junior High School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beardsley Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beardsley Junior High School is 0.55, 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
#7138 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beardsley Junior High School's ranking?
Beardsley Junior High School is ranked #7138 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Beardsley Junior High School?
383 students attend Beardsley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Beardsley Junior High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beardsley Junior High School?
Beardsley Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beardsley Junior High School offer ?
Beardsley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Beardsley Junior High School part of?
Beardsley Junior High School is part of Beardsley Elementary School District.
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