Serving 1,138 students in grades 7-8, Rio Norte Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Norte Junior High serves the northeast part of Valencia, CA, covering an area of approximately 44.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Norte Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rio Norte Junior High School's student population of 1,138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,138 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Motto
Diversity is our strength. Unity is our goal.
School Rankings
Rio Norte Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Norte Junior High School is 0.73, 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
#1152 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Burgundy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Norte Junior High School's ranking?
Rio Norte Junior High School is ranked #1152 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Norte Junior High School often compared to?
Rio Norte Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Seco Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Norte Junior High School?
1,138 students attend Rio Norte Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Rio Norte Junior High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Norte Junior High School?
Rio Norte Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Norte Junior High School offer ?
Rio Norte Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rio Norte Junior High School part of?
Rio Norte Junior High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
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