Serving 260 students in grades 7-8, Waterford Junior 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterford Junior's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waterford school district and covers an area of approximately 29 square miles. Most households are about 5 to 10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Junior ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Waterford Junior's student population of 260 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterford Junior 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 Waterford Junior is 0.46, 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
#4090 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Be Positive, Be Productive, Be Professional
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Junior's ranking?
Waterford Junior is ranked #4090 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Waterford Junior?
260 students attend Waterford Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Waterford Junior students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 4% 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 Waterford Junior?
Waterford Junior has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Waterford Junior offer ?
Waterford Junior offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Waterford Junior part of?
Waterford Junior is part of Waterford Unified School District.
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