Serving 423 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles D. Jones Junior High serves the southern part of Baldwin Park, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles D. Jones Middle School's student population of 423 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Charles D. Jones Middle 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 Charles D. Jones Middle School is 0.20, 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
#7013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
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 #7013 out of 9,523 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Charles D. Jones Middle School?
423 students attend Charles D. Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Charles D. Jones Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles D. Jones Middle School?
Charles D. Jones Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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