Serving 727 students in grades 7-8, La Joya Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Joya Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Rankings
La Joya Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Joya Middle School is 0.41, 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
#6479 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Explorers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya Middle School's ranking?
La Joya Middle School is ranked #6479 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Joya Middle School often compared to?
La Joya Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Acres Middle School, Ridgeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Joya Middle School?
727 students attend La Joya Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of La Joya Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Joya Middle School?
La Joya Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Joya Middle School offer ?
La Joya Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Joya Middle School part of?
La Joya Middle School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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