Serving 328 students in grades 7-8, Rio Tierra 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Tierra Junior High serves the southwest part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Tierra Junior High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Tierra 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 Rio Tierra Junior High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8398 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
56%
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Black
18%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
5%
20%
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Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-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 Rio Tierra Junior High School's ranking?
Rio Tierra Junior High School is ranked #8398 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Tierra Junior High School often compared to?
Rio Tierra Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smythe Academy Of Arts And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Tierra Junior High School?
328 students attend Rio Tierra Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Rio Tierra Junior High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Tierra Junior High School?
Rio Tierra Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Tierra Junior High School offer ?
Rio Tierra Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rio Tierra Junior High School part of?
Rio Tierra Junior High School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Tierra Junior High School located?
Rio Tierra Junior High School is located in the East Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in East Sacramento.
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