Serving 891 students in grades 7-8, Imogene Garner Hook 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School's student population of 891 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School is 0.47, 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
#9389 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School's ranking?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School is ranked #9389 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School often compared to?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School?
891 students attend Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School offer ?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School part of?
Imogene Garner Hook Junior High School is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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