Serving 727 students in grades 7-8, La Joya Middle 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Joya Middle serves the southwest part of Visalia, CA, covering an area of approximately 51.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Joya Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Joya Middle 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 La Joya Middle School is 0.41, 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
#6479 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 La Joya Middle School's ranking?
La Joya Middle School is ranked #6479 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Joya Middle School often compared to?
La Joya Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Acres Middle School, Ridgeview Middle School, Divisadero Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Joya Middle School?
727 students attend La Joya Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of La Joya Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Joya Middle School?
La Joya Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Joya Middle School offer ?
La Joya Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Joya Middle School part of?
La Joya Middle School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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