Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Junction Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Junction Elementary serves the entire district of Palo Cedro, CA, covering approximately 17 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junction Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Junction Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Junction Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junction Elementary School 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
#1874 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
80%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
BaseballCross Country
FootballFreestyle Skiing
SnowboardingSoccer
SoftballTennis
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction Elementary School's ranking?
Junction Elementary School is ranked #1874 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Junction Elementary School often compared to?
Junction Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Cow Creek Elementary School, Millville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Junction Elementary School?
416 students attend Junction Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Junction Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junction Elementary School?
Junction Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Junction Elementary School offer ?
Junction Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Junction Elementary School part of?
Junction Elementary School is part of Junction Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Our 4 kids transferred here this year from another school in Redding. Junction has been a great move for us. We loved our other school, but the welcome we get from the administration here is unlike any other. The kids are enjoying their classes, teachers, and classmates and are excited to go to school each day. You really can''t beat that!
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