Serving 842 students in grades 7-8, Rancho Pico Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Pico Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho Pico Junior High School's student population of 842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
842 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Diversity is our strength. Unity is our goal.
School Rankings
Rancho Pico Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Pico Junior High School is 0.74, 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
#711 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Pico Junior High School's ranking?
Rancho Pico Junior High School is ranked #711 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Pico Junior High School often compared to?
Rancho Pico Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Norte Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Pico Junior High School?
842 students attend Rancho Pico Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Rancho Pico Junior High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Pico Junior High School?
Rancho Pico Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Pico Junior High School offer ?
Rancho Pico Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rancho Pico Junior High School part of?
Rancho Pico Junior High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
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