Serving 39 students in grades 7-8, Potter Valley 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Potter Valley Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 157.5 square miles in Potter Valley, CA. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to its edge and reaching up to 13.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potter Valley Junior High School's student population of 39 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Potter Valley 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 Potter Valley Junior High School is 0.59, 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
#8119 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
White
56%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potter Valley Junior High School's ranking?
Potter Valley Junior High School is ranked #8119 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Potter Valley Junior High School?
39 students attend Potter Valley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Potter Valley Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potter Valley Junior High School?
Potter Valley Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Potter Valley Junior High School offer ?
Potter Valley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Potter Valley Junior High School part of?
Potter Valley Junior High School is part of Potter Valley Community Unified School District.
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