Serving 746 students in grades 7-8, Sequoia Jr. 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 8% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sequoia Middle serves the southwest part of Bakersfield, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 10 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sequoia Jr. High School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
746 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Motto
The best educational experience possible for every student.
School Rankings
Sequoia Jr. 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 Sequoia Jr. High School is 0.22, 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
#8801 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Sequoia Jr. High School's ranking?
Sequoia Jr. High School is ranked #8801 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?
8% 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 Sequoia Jr. High School?
746 students attend Sequoia Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sequoia Jr. High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoia Jr. High School?
Sequoia Jr. High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sequoia Jr. High School offer ?
Sequoia Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sequoia Jr. High School part of?
Sequoia Jr. High School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sequoia Jr. High School located?
Sequoia Jr. High School is located in the Southgate neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southgate.
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