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#4230 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
John F. Cruikshank Jr.
School · San Joaquin County Office of Education
PO Box 213030, Stockton, CA 95213
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,230 of 9,539
In Stockton
#18 of 109
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
San Joaquin County Office of Education
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About John F. Cruikshank Jr.
John F. Cruikshank Jr. is a public school in Stockton, CA, part of San Joaquin County Office of Education. John F.
Cruikshank Jr. serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Cruikshank Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,230 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Cruikshank Jr. show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, John F. Cruikshank Jr. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, John F. Cruikshank Jr. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
80% of students at John F. Cruikshank Jr. 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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John F. Cruikshank Jr. — Students at John F. Cruikshank Jr. 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
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How John F. Cruikshank Jr. Compares
See how John F. Cruikshank Jr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 213030, Stockton, CA 95213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Cruikshank Jr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. San Joaquin County Community (rated 5.5/10), a more accessible option. Another option is Venture Academy (rated 5.3/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CENTRAL VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Manteca), a more accessible option. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| one.Charter Stockton | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| San Joaquin County Special Education Stockton | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| San Joaquin County Community Stockton | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Venture Academy Stockton | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Sacred CG Family Academy Stockton | 1.4 mi | — |
| Nightingale Charter Stockton | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Monroe Elementary Stockton | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary Stockton | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Montezuma Elementary Stockton | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Van Buren Elementary Stockton | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Aspire Stockton 6-12 Secondary Academy Stockton | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Aspire Rosa Parks Academy Oakland | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Studies Stockton | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| French Camp Elementary Manteca | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Wilhelmina Henry Elementary Stockton | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Stockton | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| CENTRAL VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Manteca | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Taft Elementary Stockton | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| King Elementary Stockton | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| McKinley Elementary Stockton | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACTON ACADEMY EAST BAY Livermore, CA | 6.7 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY American Canyon, CA | 6.7 |
| Heritage Valley Independent Study Fillmore, CA | 6.7 |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk, CA | 6.7 |
| POINT QUEST EDUCATION - EL DORADO HILLS El Dorado Hills, CA | 6.7 |
| STEM3 ACADEMY WEST Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Cruikshank Jr.
What grades does John F. Cruikshank Jr. serve?
John F. Cruikshank Jr. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend John F. Cruikshank Jr.?
John F. Cruikshank Jr. has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Cruikshank Jr.?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Cruikshank Jr. is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F. Cruikshank Jr. rank in CA?
John F. Cruikshank Jr. ranks #4,230 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John F. Cruikshank Jr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Cruikshank Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 John F. Cruikshank Jr.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Cruikshank Jr. has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is John F. Cruikshank Jr. a charter school?
No, John F. Cruikshank Jr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Cruikshank Jr. a Title I school?
No, John F. Cruikshank Jr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Cruikshank Jr.?
93.9% of students at John F. Cruikshank Jr. 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.6%
- Phone
- (209) 468-4847
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Joaquin County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,937
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $112,010
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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