Serving 606 students in grades 7-8, Grace Yokley Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grace Yokley Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ontario, CA, covering approximately 13.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grace Yokley Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grace Yokley Junior High School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Motto
FIERCE
School Rankings
Grace Yokley Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Yokley Junior High School is 0.50, 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
#3250 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
10%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grace Yokley Junior High School's ranking?
Grace Yokley Junior High School is ranked #3250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Grace Yokley Junior High School?
606 students attend Grace Yokley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Grace Yokley Junior High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Yokley Junior High School?
Grace Yokley Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grace Yokley Junior High School offer ?
Grace Yokley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Grace Yokley Junior High School part of?
Grace Yokley Junior High School is part of Mountain View Elementary School District.
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