Serving 1,012 students in grades 7-8, Stonecreek 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 91% 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: 1,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stonecreek Junior High School's student population of 1,012 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Stonecreek 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 Stonecreek Junior High School is 0.57, 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
#5807 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Stonecreek Junior High School's ranking?
Stonecreek Junior High School is ranked #5807 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stonecreek Junior High School often compared to?
Stonecreek Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tevis Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stonecreek Junior High School?
1,012 students attend Stonecreek Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Stonecreek Junior High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stonecreek Junior High School?
Stonecreek Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stonecreek Junior High School offer ?
Stonecreek Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Stonecreek Junior High School part of?
Stonecreek Junior High School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Stonecreek Junior High School located?
Stonecreek Junior High School is located in the Stonegate neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Stonegate.
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