Juniper Elementary School serves 495 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Juniper Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Juniper Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Juniper Elementary School?
495 students attend Juniper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Juniper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juniper Elementary School?
Juniper Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Juniper Elementary School offer ?
Juniper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Juniper Elementary School part of?
Juniper Elementary School is part of Atwater Elementary School District.
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