Serving 388 students in grades 7-8, Georgina P. Blach Junior High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Georgina P. Blach Junior High serves the eastern part of Los Altos, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgina P. Blach 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
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School's student population of 388 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is 0.67, 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
#55 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
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)8.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgina P. Blach Junior High School's ranking?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is ranked #55 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Georgina P. Blach Junior High School often compared to?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardis G. Egan Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High School?
388 students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Georgina P. Blach Junior High School offer ?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Georgina P. Blach Junior High School part of?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is part of Los Altos Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
was in the first class, had the best time of my life and a great group of teachers most remembered Mr Klasen
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