Serving 1,562 students in grades 6-8, John M. Horner Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John M. Horner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John M. Horner Middle School's student population of 1,562 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John M. Horner Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John M. Horner Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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
#320 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
82%
12%
Hispanic
10%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John M. Horner Middle School's ranking?
John M. Horner Middle School is ranked #320 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are John M. Horner Middle School often compared to?
John M. Horner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Hopkins Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John M. Horner Middle School?
1,562 students attend John M. Horner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of John M. Horner Middle School students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John M. Horner Middle School?
John M. Horner Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does John M. Horner Middle School offer ?
John M. Horner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John M. Horner Middle School part of?
John M. Horner Middle School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John M. Horner Middle School located?
John M. Horner Middle School is located in the Irvington neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Irvington.
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