Serving 461 students in grades 7-8, Rafer Johnson Junior High School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rafer Johnson Junior High School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Be the Best You Can Be
School Rankings
Rafer Johnson 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 Rafer Johnson Junior High School is 0.50, 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
#3389 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafer Johnson Junior High School's ranking?
Rafer Johnson Junior High School is ranked #3389 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rafer Johnson Junior High School?
461 students attend Rafer Johnson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Rafer Johnson Junior High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafer Johnson Junior High School?
Rafer Johnson Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rafer Johnson Junior High School offer ?
Rafer Johnson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rafer Johnson Junior High School part of?
Rafer Johnson Junior High School is part of Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District.
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