Serving 480 students in grades 7-8, Orcutt 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orcutt Junior High School's student population of 480 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orcutt 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 Orcutt Junior High School is 0.62, 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
#3289 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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 Orcutt Junior High School's ranking?
Orcutt Junior High School is ranked #3289 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orcutt Junior High School?
480 students attend Orcutt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Orcutt Junior High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orcutt Junior High School?
Orcutt Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orcutt Junior High School offer ?
Orcutt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Orcutt Junior High School part of?
Orcutt Junior High School is part of Orcutt Union Elementary School District.
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