Serving 1,574 students in grades 6-8, John M. Horner Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: John M. Horner Junior High serves the southeast part of Fremont, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John M. Horner Middle 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
John M. Horner Middle School's student population of 1,574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,574 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John M. Horner Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John M. Horner Middle School is 0.30, 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
#325 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
83%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)6.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John M. Horner Middle School's ranking?
John M. Horner Middle School is ranked #325 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are John M. Horner Middle School often compared to?
John M. Horner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Hopkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John M. Horner Middle School?
1,574 students attend John M. Horner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of John M. Horner Middle School students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John M. Horner Middle School?
John M. Horner Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John M. Horner Middle School offer ?
John M. Horner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John M. Horner Middle School part of?
John M. Horner Middle School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John M. Horner Middle School located?
John M. Horner Middle School is located in the Irvington neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Irvington.
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