Serving 566 students in grades 7-8, Parlier 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parlier Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Parlier, CA, encompassing approximately 20 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parlier Junior High School's student population of 566 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Parlier 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 Parlier Junior High School is 0.02, 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
#8902 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Parlier Junior High School's ranking?
Parlier Junior High School is ranked #8902 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Parlier Junior High School?
566 students attend Parlier Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Parlier Junior High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parlier Junior High School?
Parlier Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parlier Junior High School offer ?
Parlier Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Parlier Junior High School part of?
Parlier Junior High School is part of Parlier Unified School District.
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