Serving 419 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Cottonwood Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Cottonwood, CA school district and spans approximately 147.5 square miles, typically requiring a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the area, with the furthest edge being about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Cottonwood Junior High School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
West Cottonwood 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 West Cottonwood Junior High School is 0.53, 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
#3741 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Chiefs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Cottonwood Junior High School's ranking?
West Cottonwood Junior High School is ranked #3741 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
419 students attend West Cottonwood Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Cottonwood Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Cottonwood Junior High School?
West Cottonwood Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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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