Serving 743 students in grades 7-9, Granger Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granger Junior High School's student population of 743 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Courage of an eagle and the strength of a lion.'
School Rankings
Granger Junior High 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 Granger Junior High School is 0.47, 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
#5896 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Griffin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granger Junior High School's ranking?
Granger Junior High School is ranked #5896 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Granger Junior High School often compared to?
Granger Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sweetwater High School, Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Granger Junior High School?
743 students attend Granger Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Granger Junior High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granger Junior High School?
Granger Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Granger Junior High School offer ?
Granger Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Granger Junior High School part of?
Granger Junior High School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
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