Serving 303 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Tierra Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rio Tierra Junior High School's student population of 303 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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 0.62, 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
#8398 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
303 students attend Rio Tierra Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rio Tierra Junior High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% 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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