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Bill E. Young Jr. Middle
Middle School · Calipatria Unified
501 West Main St., Calipatria, CA 92233
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,399 of 9,539
In Calipatria
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Calipatria Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Bill E. Young Jr. Middle
Middle School in Calipatria · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bill E. Young Jr. Middle
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle is a public middle school in Calipatria, CA, part of Calipatria Unified.
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,399 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bill E. Young Jr. Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
44% of students at Bill E. Young Jr. Middle 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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Bill E. Young Jr. Middle — Students at Bill E. Young Jr. Middle score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 4.8/10.
How Bill E. Young Jr. Middle Compares
See how Bill E. Young Jr. Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 West Main St., Calipatria, CA 92233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bill E. Young Jr. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pine Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Holtville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mulberry Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Brawley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grace Smith Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Niland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Calipatria, see our Calipatria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont Primary Calipatria | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Calipatria High Calipatria | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Grace Smith Elementary Niland | 7.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Mulberry Elementary Brawley | 8.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Westmorland Elementary Westmorland | 8.3 mi | 6.2 |
| J. W. Oakley Elementary Brawley | 9.6 mi | 3.8 |
| WESTMORLAND BASIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westmorland | 8.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Desert Valley High (Continuation) Brawley | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Renaissance Brawley | 9.6 mi | — |
| Phil D. Swing Elementary Brawley | 9.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Brawley Union High Brawley | 9.8 mi | 7.3 |
| BRAWLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brawley | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Brawley Christian Academy Brawley | 9.8 mi | — |
| Barbara Worth Junior High Brawley | 9.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Brawley | 10.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Miguel Hidalgo Elementary Brawley | 10.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Myron D. Witter Elementary Brawley | 10.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Magnolia Union Elementary Brawley | 11.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Pine Elementary Holtville | 17.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Vanguard Academy of Imperial Valley Imperial | 18.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,282
Median Home Value
$177,200
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
6,837
College Educated
3.8%
Homeownership
64.6%
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bill E. Young Jr. Middle
What grades does Bill E. Young Jr. Middle serve?
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Bill E. Young Jr. Middle?
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill E. Young Jr. Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bill E. Young Jr. Middle is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bill E. Young Jr. Middle rank in CA?
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle ranks #5,399 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bill E. Young Jr. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bill E. Young Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Bill E. Young Jr. Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bill E. Young Jr. Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bill E. Young Jr. Middle a charter school?
No, Bill E. Young Jr. Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bill E. Young Jr. Middle a Title I school?
No, Bill E. Young Jr. Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bill E. Young Jr. Middle?
89.3% of students at Bill E. Young Jr. Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (760) 348-2842
Resources & Links
District
Calipatria Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,086
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,658
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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