Hesperia Junior High School

About Hesperia Junior High School

Hesperia Junior High School is a public school located in Hesperia, California. It serves students in grades 7-8 and is part of the Hesperia Unified School District. The school has a strong academic program, with an emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and other activities. The school also offers a wide range of support services, such as counseling, health services, and after-school programs. The faculty and staff at Hesperia Junior High School are dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on student success, Hesperia Junior High School is an excellent choice for parents and students.

Address:	10275 Cypress Ave. Hesperia, CA 92345
Phone:	(760) 244-9386
Site:	hesperiajrhigh.org
Grades:	7 – 8
Enrollment:	1,136 students

Overview Hesperia Junior High School

Hesperia Junior High School serves 1,136 students in grades 7-8.
Hesperia Junior High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year. The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1. Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Hesperia Junior High School

Hesperia Junior High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Hesperia Junior High School is 0.39, 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.