Serving 938 students in grades 7-8, Los Banos Junior High 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 31% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Banos Junior High serves the northeast part of Los Banos, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 3.3 miles and the furthest edge located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Banos Junior High School's student population of 938 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
938 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts!
School Rankings
Los Banos Junior High 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 Los Banos Junior High School is 0.19, 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
#7399 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Banos Junior High School's ranking?
Los Banos Junior High School is ranked #7399 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Banos Junior High School?
938 students attend Los Banos Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Los Banos Junior High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Banos Junior High School?
Los Banos Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Banos Junior High School offer ?
Los Banos Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Los Banos Junior High School part of?
Los Banos Junior High School is part of Los Banos Unified School District.
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