Below Average
#8179 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ball Junior High
Middle School · Anaheim Union High
1500 West Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92802
Enrollment
844
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
844
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,179 of 9,539
In Anaheim
#57 of 65
public schools
In district
#19 of 21
Anaheim Union High
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About Ball Junior High
Ball Junior High is a public middle school in Anaheim, CA, part of Anaheim Union High. Ball Junior High serves approximately 844 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ball Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,179 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ball Junior High show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ball Junior High runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Ball Junior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ball Junior High — Students at Ball Junior High score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Ball Junior High Compares
See how Ball Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 West Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ball Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Anaheim Elementary Online Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Polaris High (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Palm Lane Global Academy Anaheim | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Ross (Betsy) Elementary Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Loara High Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Loara Elementary Anaheim | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Fairmont Schools, Historic Anaheim Campus Anaheim | 0.9 mi | — |
| Polaris High Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Guide Academy/American School Academy Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| GUIDE ACADEMY Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Anaheim High Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Orange Grove Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| St. Justin Martyr Anaheim | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Westmont Elementary Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,621
Median Home Value
$721,700
Median Rent
$1,985/mo
Population
43,698
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
36%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
33.4
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| Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle Oakland, CA | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ball Junior High
What grades does Ball Junior High serve?
Ball Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Ball Junior High?
Ball Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 844 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ball Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ball Junior High is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ball Junior High rank in CA?
Ball Junior High ranks #8,179 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ball Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ball Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ball Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ball Junior High has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ball Junior High a charter school?
No, Ball Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ball Junior High a Title I school?
No, Ball Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ball Junior High?
93.0% of students at Ball 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 844
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (714) 999-3663
Resources & Links
District
Anaheim Union High- District Enrollment
- 27,195
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,342
- District Rank
- #19 of 21
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