Serving 348 students in grades 7-8, Willma Cavitt Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willma Cavitt Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willma Cavitt Junior High School's student population of 348 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willma Cavitt Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willma Cavitt Junior High School is 0.56, 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
#230 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willma Cavitt Junior High School's ranking?
Willma Cavitt Junior High School is ranked #230 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willma Cavitt Junior High School often compared to?
Willma Cavitt Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympus Junior High School, Warren T. Eich Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Willma Cavitt Junior High School?
348 students attend Willma Cavitt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Willma Cavitt Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willma Cavitt Junior High School?
Willma Cavitt Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willma Cavitt Junior High School offer ?
Willma Cavitt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Willma Cavitt Junior High School part of?
Willma Cavitt Junior High School is part of Eureka Union School District.
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