Serving 618 students in grades 7-8, William Moreno 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Moreno Junior High serves the western part of Calexico, CA, covering an area of approximately 34.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10 to 15-minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Moreno Junior High School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
“Home of the Aztecs”
School Rankings
William Moreno 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 William Moreno Junior High School is 0.00, 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
#8791 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Moreno Junior High School's ranking?
William Moreno Junior High School is ranked #8791 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William Moreno Junior High School?
618 students attend William Moreno Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of William Moreno Junior High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Moreno Junior High School?
William Moreno Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Moreno Junior High School offer ?
William Moreno Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is William Moreno Junior High School part of?
William Moreno Junior High School is part of Calexico Unified School District.
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