Georgina P. Blach Junior High School serves 418 students in grades 7-8.
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School's student population of 418 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is 0.65, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Bullis Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High School?
418 students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 12% 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 17:1, 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 Calendar
View the Georgina P. Blach Junior High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of chinese School
May 18, 2024 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
June 05, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
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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