Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Charles D. Jones Middle 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles D. Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles D. Jones Middle School's student population of 498 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles D. Jones Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles D. Jones Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2789 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles D. Jones Middle School's ranking?
Charles D. Jones Middle School is ranked #2789 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Charles D. Jones Middle School often compared to?
Charles D. Jones Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bp Stem Academy, Sierra Vista Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Charles D. Jones Middle School?
498 students attend Charles D. Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Charles D. Jones Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles D. Jones Middle School?
Charles D. Jones Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Charles D. Jones Middle School offer ?
Charles D. Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles D. Jones Middle School part of?
Charles D. Jones Middle School is part of Baldwin Park Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles D. Jones Middle School located?
Charles D. Jones Middle School is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of Baldwin Park, CA.
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