Excellent
#872 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Ardis G. Egan Junior High
Middle School · Los Altos Elementary
100 West Portola Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Altos
#7 of 10
public schools
California middle schools
#90 of 1,349
In district
#8 of 9
Los Altos Elementary
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Ardis G. Egan Junior High
Ardis G. Egan Junior High is a public middle school in Los Altos, CA, part of the Los Altos Elementary. The school serves approximately 496 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.1:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 81% proficiency in math, 47 points above the state average and 86% in reading/language arts, 39 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 89% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Ardis G. Egan Junior High — Students at Ardis G. Egan Junior High score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Ardis G. Egan Junior High Compares
See how Ardis G. Egan Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 83% (2019) to 80.04% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 89% (2019) to 84.22% (2024).
Location
100 West Portola Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ardis G. Egan Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ellen Fletcher Middle (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ATHENA ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Altos, see our Los Altos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bullis Charter Los Altos | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos | 0.3 mi | — |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 0.3 mi | — |
| Santa Rita Elementary Los Altos | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Bowman School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Los Altos High Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CTR Mountain View | 0.8 mi | — |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Gardner Bullis Elementary Los Altos Hills | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Shalem Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | — |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Canterbury Christian School Los Altos | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
19,993
College Educated
88.7%
Homeownership
80.7%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
48.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ardis G. Egan Junior High has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 89% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Claremont Middle Oakland, CA | 8.3 |
| Evergreen Middle Cottonwood, CA | 8.3 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis, CA | 8.3 |
| Rancho Milpitas Middle Milpitas, CA | 8.3 |
| Alder Creek Middle Truckee, CA | 8.4 |
| Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ardis G. Egan Junior High
What grades does Ardis G. Egan Junior High serve?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Ardis G. Egan Junior High?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ardis G. Egan Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ardis G. Egan Junior High is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ardis G. Egan Junior High rank in CA?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High is ranked #872 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Ardis G. Egan Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ardis G. Egan Junior High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ardis G. Egan Junior High has 80.8% math proficiency and 85.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ardis G. Egan Junior High a charter school?
No, Ardis G. Egan Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ardis G. Egan Junior High a Title I school?
No, Ardis G. Egan Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ardis G. Egan Junior High?
9.7% of students at Ardis G. Egan Junior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 67 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 44 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 72 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,289/100K)
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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Altos). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 917-2200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Altos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,361
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,019
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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