Serving 548 students in grades 6-8, Katherine Johnson Middle 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Johnson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Middle School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson Middle 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 Katherine Johnson Middle School is 0.78, 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
#9577 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
28%
55%
Black
20%
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Johnson Middle School's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Middle School is ranked #9577 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Middle School?
548 students attend Katherine Johnson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Katherine Johnson Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Middle School?
Katherine Johnson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Middle School offer ?
Katherine Johnson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Katherine Johnson Middle School part of?
Katherine Johnson Middle School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2023
My son is a new student at KJMS this year and it has been such a great experience for him and our family. His grades are higher than ever (he is in 7th grade)! He loves his classes, teachers, and peers. He has joined some interesting programs and especially enjoys having an art class as part of his curriculum. I am so proud as a parent to be a part of the KJMS family.
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