Below Average
#7984 of 9,539 schools in CA
Boron Junior-senior High
High School · Muroc Joint Unified
26831 Prospect St., Boron, CA 93516
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,984 of 9,539
In Boron
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Muroc Joint Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Boron Junior-senior High
High School in Boron · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Boron Junior-senior High
Boron Junior-senior High is a public high school in Boron, CA, part of Muroc Joint Unified. Boron Junior-senior High serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Boron Junior-senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,984 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Boron Junior-senior High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Boron Junior-senior High 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.
65% of students at Boron Junior-senior 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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Boron Junior-senior High — Students at Boron Junior-senior High score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
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: 4.9/10.
How Boron Junior-senior High Compares
See how Boron Junior-senior 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
26831 Prospect St., Boron, CA 93516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boron Junior-senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Desert Junior-Senior High (rated 6.1/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Edwards), which scores notably higher. Another option is California City High (rated 5.8/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby California City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy of Careers and Exploration (rated 5.0/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Helendale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boron, see our Boron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,250
Median Home Value
$102,500
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
2,742
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
58.8%
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boron Junior-senior High
What grades does Boron Junior-senior High serve?
Boron Junior-senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Boron Junior-senior High?
Boron Junior-senior High has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boron Junior-senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Boron Junior-senior High is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boron Junior-senior High rank in CA?
Boron Junior-senior High ranks #7,984 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Boron Junior-senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Boron Junior-senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Boron Junior-senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boron Junior-senior High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Boron Junior-senior High a charter school?
No, Boron Junior-senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boron Junior-senior High a Title I school?
No, Boron Junior-senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boron Junior-senior High?
55.3% of students at Boron Junior-senior 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.8%
- Phone
- (760) 762-5121
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
Muroc Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,802
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,701
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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