Serving 458 students in grades 7-8, Norwood Junior High 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwood Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Norwood Junior High School's student population of 458 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwood 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 Norwood Junior High School is 0.73, 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
#6678 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood Junior High School's ranking?
Norwood Junior High School is ranked #6678 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norwood Junior High School?
458 students attend Norwood Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Norwood Junior High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwood Junior High School?
Norwood Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norwood Junior High School offer ?
Norwood Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Norwood Junior High School part of?
Norwood Junior High School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Norwood Junior High School located?
Norwood Junior High School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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