Serving 1,159 students in grades 7-8, South 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than 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: 1,159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Junior High serves the eastern part of Anaheim, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Junior High School's student population of 1,159 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,159 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South 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 South Junior High School is 0.19, 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
#8702 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 South Junior High School's ranking?
South Junior High School is ranked #8702 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Junior High School often compared to?
South Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Junior High School by visitors of our site.
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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Junior High School?
1,159 students attend South Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of South Junior High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Junior High School?
South Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Junior High School offer ?
South Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is South Junior High School part of?
South Junior High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is South Junior High School located?
South Junior High School is located in the Southeast Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast Anaheim.
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