Serving 807 students in grades 7-8, Tevis Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower 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 79% 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: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tevis Junior High School's student population of 807 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
807 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tevis 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 Tevis Junior High School is 0.59, 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
#3988 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tevis Junior High School's ranking?
Tevis Junior High School is ranked #3988 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tevis Junior High School often compared to?
Tevis Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Warren Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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).
How many students attend Tevis Junior High School?
807 students attend Tevis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Tevis Junior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tevis Junior High School?
Tevis Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tevis Junior High School offer ?
Tevis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Tevis Junior High School part of?
Tevis Junior High School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Tevis Junior High School located?
Tevis Junior High School is located in the The Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Oaks.
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