Very Good
#3056 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Charles D. Jones Middle
Middle School · Baldwin Park Unified
14250 East Merced Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,056 of 9,539
In Baldwin Park
#7 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
Baldwin Park Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Charles D. Jones Middle
Charles D. Jones Middle is a public middle school in Baldwin Park, CA, part of Baldwin Park Unified. Charles D.
Jones Middle serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles D. Jones Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,056 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Charles D. Jones Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Charles D. Jones 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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Charles D. Jones Middle — Students at Charles D. Jones Middle score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How Charles D. Jones Middle Compares
See how Charles D. Jones Middle 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
14250 East Merced Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles D. Jones Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sierra Vista Middle (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Edgewood Middle (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Covina), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baldwin Park, see our Baldwin Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Baldwin Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| East Valley Adventist Baldwin Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| Vineland Elementary Baldwin Park | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Foster Elementary Baldwin Park | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Baldwin Park | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Baldwin Park | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Kenmore Elementary Baldwin Park | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Baldwin Park | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Sierra Vista High Baldwin Park | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| San Jose Charter Academy West Covina | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Central Elementary Baldwin Park | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Charles Bursch Elementary Baldwin Park | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| J. E. Van Wig Elementary La Puente | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Tracy Elementary Baldwin Park | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Orangewood Elementary West Covina | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Edgewood Academy La Puente | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Baldwin Park High Baldwin Park | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Edgewood Middle West Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Edgewood High West Covina | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunkist Elementary La Puente | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,473
Median Home Value
$589,900
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
71,620
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles D. Jones Middle
What grades does Charles D. Jones Middle serve?
Charles D. Jones Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Charles D. Jones Middle?
Charles D. Jones Middle has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles D. Jones Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles D. Jones Middle is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles D. Jones Middle rank in CA?
Charles D. Jones Middle ranks #3,056 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Charles D. Jones Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles D. Jones Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Charles D. Jones Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles D. Jones Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles D. Jones Middle a charter school?
No, Charles D. Jones Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles D. Jones Middle a Title I school?
No, Charles D. Jones Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles D. Jones Middle?
94.1% of students at Charles D. Jones 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (626) 962-8312
Resources & Links
District
Baldwin Park Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,929
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,158
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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