Excellent
#704 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Georgina P. Blach Junior High
Middle School · Los Altos Elementary
1120 Covington Rd., Los Altos, CA 94024
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#704 of 9,539
In Los Altos
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Los Altos Elementary
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Georgina P. Blach Junior High
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About Georgina P. Blach Junior High
Georgina P. Blach Junior High is a public middle school in Los Altos, CA, part of Los Altos Elementary. Georgina P.
Blach Junior High serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgina P. Blach Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Georgina P. Blach Junior High show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Georgina P. Blach Junior High — Students at Georgina P. Blach Junior High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.1/10.
How Georgina P. Blach Junior High Compares
See how Georgina P. Blach Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1120 Covington Rd., Los Altos, CA 94024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Georgina P. Blach Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Springer Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Benjamin Bubb Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Altos, see our Los Altos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Loyola Elementary Los Altos | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Springer Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| GREEN CHINESE SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Mountain View High Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| ST SIMON Los Altos | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Saint Simon Parish School Los Altos | 1.2 mi | — |
| LOS ALTOS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Los Altos Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Isaac Newton Graham Middle Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Alta Vista High Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Pinewood Private–Lower Campus Los Altos | 1.1 mi | — |
| Montclaire Elementary Los Altos | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Ventana School Los Altos | 1.2 mi | — |
| VENTANA SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF THE PENINSULA Los Altos | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
23,673
College Educated
85.1%
Homeownership
88.1%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
47.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Georgina P. Blach Junior High
What grades does Georgina P. Blach Junior High serve?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Georgina P. Blach Junior High?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgina P. Blach Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Georgina P. Blach Junior High is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Georgina P. Blach Junior High rank in CA?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High ranks #704 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Georgina P. Blach Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Georgina P. Blach Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Georgina P. Blach Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgina P. Blach Junior High has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Georgina P. Blach Junior High a charter school?
No, Georgina P. Blach Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Georgina P. Blach Junior High a Title I school?
No, Georgina P. Blach Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Georgina P. Blach Junior High?
3.2% of students at Georgina P. Blach 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
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 934-3800
Resources & Links
District
Los Altos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,361
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,019
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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