Serving 416 students in grades 7-8, Georgina P. Blach Junior High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School's student population of 416 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
7%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgina P. Blach Junior High School's ranking?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is ranked #89 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Georgina P. Blach Junior High School often compared to?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardis G. Egan Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High School?
416 students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgina P. Blach Junior High School?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Georgina P. Blach Junior High School offer ?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Georgina P. Blach Junior High School part of?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School is part of Los Altos Elementary School District.
School Calendar
View the Georgina P. Blach Junior High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School: end for 7th
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
was in the first class, had the best time of my life and a great group of teachers most remembered Mr Klasen
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