Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Junction Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junction Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junction Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Junction Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junction Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#815 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction Elementary School's ranking?
Junction Elementary School is ranked #815 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Junction Elementary School often compared to?
Junction Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Oaks Elementary School, Fiddyment Farm, Orchard Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Junction Elementary School?
648 students attend Junction Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Junction Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junction Elementary School?
Junction Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Junction Elementary School offer ?
Junction Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Junction Elementary School part of?
Junction Elementary School is part of Roseville City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Junction Elementary School located?
Junction Elementary School is located in the Westpark neighborhood of Roseville, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Westpark.
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