Serving 395 students in grades 5-8, West Cottonwood 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Cottonwood Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Cottonwood Junior High School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
West Cottonwood Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Cottonwood Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#3610 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 West Cottonwood Junior High School's ranking?
West Cottonwood Junior High School is ranked #3610 out of 9,602 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Cottonwood Junior High School?
395 students attend West Cottonwood Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Cottonwood Junior High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Cottonwood Junior High School?
West Cottonwood Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Cottonwood Junior High School offer ?
West Cottonwood Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Cottonwood Junior High School part of?
West Cottonwood Junior High School is part of Cottonwood Union Elementary School District.
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