Serving 454 students in grades 7-8, Petaluma Junior High School 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petaluma Junior High School's student population of 454 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Petaluma Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petaluma Junior High School is 0.57, 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
#3299 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
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 Petaluma Junior High School's ranking?
Petaluma Junior High School is ranked #3299 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Petaluma Junior High School often compared to?
Petaluma Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenilworth Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Petaluma Junior High School?
454 students attend Petaluma Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Petaluma Junior High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petaluma Junior High School?
Petaluma Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Petaluma Junior High School offer ?
Petaluma Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Petaluma Junior High School part of?
Petaluma Junior High School is part of Petaluma Joint Union High School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I had heard so many good things about PJHS before sending my son there. I have been sorely disappointed by the quality of teaching and the administration. There is no follow-through, no response to parental concerns, no help for a student who is failing because he needs some individual attention but doesn't have behavioral issues or special needs. Phone calls and emails go without response. The guidance counselor assigned to my son does what he can, but is so overwhelmed with so many other things that it's impossible to respond. I do not recommend this school and, because of it, we will not send our son to PHS either. What a sad, disappointing experience.
5 10/10/2025
It`s great my kid loves it.
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