Serving 178 students in grades 7-8, Sierra Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sierra Junior High School's student population of 178 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Junior High School is 0.64, 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
#1525 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Junior High School's ranking?
Sierra Junior High School is ranked #1525 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Junior High School?
178 students attend Sierra Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sierra Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Junior High School?
Sierra Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Junior High School offer ?
Sierra Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sierra Junior High School part of?
Sierra Junior High School is part of Sierra Unified School District.
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