Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jim Maples Academy 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jim Maples Academy serves the southeast part of Porterville, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically have a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jim Maples Academy's student population of 466 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jim Maples Academy 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 Jim Maples Academy is 0.35, 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
#6514 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim Maples Academy's ranking?
Jim Maples Academy is ranked #6514 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jim Maples Academy?
466 students attend Jim Maples Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Jim Maples Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim Maples Academy?
Jim Maples Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jim Maples Academy offer ?
Jim Maples Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jim Maples Academy part of?
Jim Maples Academy is part of Burton Elementary School District.
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