Serving 775 students in grades 7-8, Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts's student population of 775 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts is 0.56, 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
#3286 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
62%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts's ranking?
Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts is ranked #3286 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts?
775 students attend Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts?
Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts offer ?
Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts part of?
Ladera Vista Junior High School Of The Arts is part of Fullerton Elementary School District.
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