Serving 184 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tollhouse, CA, covering approximately 932.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 19.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 61.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Junior High School's student population of 184 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Junior High School is 0.61, 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
#4346 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
15%
1%
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Asian
1%
12%
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Hispanic
19%
56%
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White
58%
20%
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Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-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 Sierra Junior High School's ranking?
Sierra Junior High School is ranked #4346 out of 9,523 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Junior High School?
184 students attend Sierra Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sierra Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Junior High School?
Sierra Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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