Serving 665 students in grades 7-8, Imogene Garner Hook Junior High 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower 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 95% 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: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Imogene Garner Hook Junior High serves the eastern part of Victorville, CA, covering an area of approximately 86.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School's student population of 665 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
665 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Motto
To Prepare All Students for High School and Beyond
School Rankings
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High 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 Imogene Garner Hook 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
#9320 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)69%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School's ranking?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School is ranked #9320 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School often compared to?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School?
665 students attend Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School offer ?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School part of?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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