Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-12, John F. Cruikshank Junior ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Cruikshank Junior ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
John F. Cruikshank Junior's student population of 46 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
John F. Cruikshank Junior ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Cruikshank Junior is 0.66, which is more 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Cruikshank Junior's ranking?
John F. Cruikshank Junior is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F. Cruikshank Junior?
The graduation rate of John F. Cruikshank Junior is 21-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend John F. Cruikshank Junior?
46 students attend John F. Cruikshank Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of John F. Cruikshank Junior students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Cruikshank Junior?
John F. Cruikshank Junior has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John F. Cruikshank Junior offer ?
John F. Cruikshank Junior offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is John F. Cruikshank Junior part of?
John F. Cruikshank Junior is part of San Joaquin County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Cruikshank Junior located?
John F. Cruikshank Junior is located in the Park neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Park.
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