Serving 880 students in grades 7-8, Joseph Kerr Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Kerr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph Kerr Middle School's student population of 880 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph Kerr Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Kerr Middle School is 0.75, 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
#2041 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Kerr Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Kerr Middle School is ranked #2041 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joseph Kerr Middle School often compared to?
Joseph Kerr Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward Harris Jr. Middle School 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 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Kerr Middle School?
880 students attend Joseph Kerr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Joseph Kerr Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Kerr Middle School?
Joseph Kerr Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joseph Kerr Middle School offer ?
Joseph Kerr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Joseph Kerr Middle School part of?
Joseph Kerr Middle School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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