Serving 920 students in grades 7-8, Placerita Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Placerita Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Placerita Junior High School's student population of 920 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Placerita Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Placerita 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
#2863 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Placerita Junior High School's ranking?
Placerita Junior High School is ranked #2863 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Placerita Junior High School often compared to?
Placerita Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Pico Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Placerita Junior High School?
920 students attend Placerita Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Placerita Junior High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Placerita Junior High School?
Placerita Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Placerita Junior High School offer ?
Placerita Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Placerita Junior High School part of?
Placerita Junior High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
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