Serving 622 students in grades 7-8, William Moreno Junior High 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Moreno Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William Moreno Junior High School's student population of 622 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Moreno Junior High 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 William Moreno Junior High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8816 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Moreno Junior High School's ranking?
William Moreno Junior High School is ranked #8816 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William Moreno Junior High School?
622 students attend William Moreno Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of William Moreno Junior High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Moreno Junior High School?
William Moreno Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Moreno Junior High School offer ?
William Moreno Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is William Moreno Junior High School part of?
William Moreno Junior High School is part of Calexico Unified School District.
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