Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Merced County Juvenile Court 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (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
Merced County Juvenile Court 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
Merced County Juvenile Court's student population of 20 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merced County Juvenile Court 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 Merced County Juvenile Court is 0.35, 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
#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
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merced County Juvenile Court's ranking?
Merced County Juvenile Court is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Merced County Juvenile Court often compared to?
Merced County Juvenile Courtis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Valley High School, Merced High School by visitors of our site.
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 Merced County Juvenile Court?
The graduation rate of Merced County Juvenile Court is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Merced County Juvenile Court?
20 students attend Merced County Juvenile Court.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Merced County Juvenile Court students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merced County Juvenile Court?
Merced County Juvenile Court has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merced County Juvenile Court offer ?
Merced County Juvenile Court offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Merced County Juvenile Court part of?
Merced County Juvenile Court is part of Merced County Office Of Education School District.
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