Serving 464 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orcutt Junior High serves the west part of Santa Maria, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 140.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orcutt Junior High School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Mustangs!
School Rankings
Orcutt Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orcutt Junior High School is 0.61, 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
#3168 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
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
3%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orcutt Junior High School's ranking?
Orcutt Junior High School is ranked #3168 out of 9,523 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
464 students attend Orcutt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Orcutt Junior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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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