Serving 803 students in grades 6-8, Martinez Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martinez Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martinez Junior High School's student population of 803 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martinez Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinez Junior High School is 0.69, 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
#4061 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Martinez Junior High School's ranking?
Martinez Junior High School is ranked #4061 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Martinez Junior High School often compared to?
Martinez Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Middle School, El Dorado Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martinez Junior High School?
803 students attend Martinez Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Martinez Junior High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martinez Junior High School?
Martinez Junior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martinez Junior High School offer ?
Martinez Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martinez Junior High School part of?
Martinez Junior High School is part of Martinez Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 1/18/2013
the teachers can be nice but they expect the kids to know everything !
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