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Junction Elementary
Elementary School · Junction Elementary
HC 11 Box 757, Somes Bar, CA 95568
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Junction Elementary
Junction Elementary is a public elementary school in Somes Bar, CA, part of the Junction Elementary. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. Students demonstrate 18% proficiency in math and 10% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $128,125, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Junction Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Junction Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Address
- HC 11 Box 757, Somes Bar, CA 95568
- Phone
- (530) 469-3373
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 3 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
HC 11 Box 757, Somes Bar, CA 95568
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Junction Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orleans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Orleans). Another option is Happy Camp Union Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Happy Camp). Additionally, Hoopa Valley Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Hoopa). For more schools in Somes Bar, see our Somes Bar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 39.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 6.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Weitchpec Elementary Hoopa | 17.4 mi | — |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 19.4 mi | — |
| Hoopa Valley Elementary Hoopa | 25.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Hoopa Valley High Hoopa | 25.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Captain John Continuation High Hoopa | 25.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Happy Camp High Happy Camp | 28.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Happy Camp Union Elementary Happy Camp | 28.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Trinity Valley Elementary Willow Creek | 31.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Green Point Elementary Blue Lake | 32.1 mi | — |
| Seiad Elementary Seiad Valley | 34.8 mi | — |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 39.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,125
Median Home Value
$280,600
Population
201
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
73.5%
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
35.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Junction Elementary has a median household income of $128,125. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $280,600. The area has a poverty rate of 18.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Junction Elementary
What grades does Junction Elementary serve?
Junction Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Junction Elementary?
Junction Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Junction Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Junction Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Junction Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Junction Elementary has 17.5% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Junction Elementary a charter school?
No, Junction Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Junction Elementary a Title I school?
No, Junction Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Junction Elementary?
65.2% of students at Junction Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (237/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Phone
- (530) 469-3373
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Junction Elementary- District Enrollment
- 23
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $38,154
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