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Juniper

Elementary School · Redding Elementary

375 Ellis St., Redding, CA 96001

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,979 of 9,539

In Redding

#31 of 40

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Redding Elementary

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Juniper

5.2/10

Elementary School in Redding · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cypress Elementary

4.0/10

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Shasta County Juvenile Court

6.7/10

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About Juniper

Juniper is a public elementary school in Redding, CA, part of Redding Elementary. Juniper serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Juniper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,979 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Juniper show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,101
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Juniper — Students at Juniper score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
19.4%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
29.6%
ELA
38.8%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Juniper Compares

See how Juniper performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in CA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Location

375 Ellis St., Redding, CA 96001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Juniper may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Learning Center (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bonny View Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PACE Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redding, see our Redding schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Cypress Elementary Redding 0.9 mi 4.0
Shasta County Juvenile Court Redding 1.0 mi 6.7
Spectrum Center Redding Redding 1.1 mi
Shasta Charter Academy Redding 1.1 mi 9.0
Bonny View Elementary Redding 1.3 mi 6.9
Sequoia Middle Redding 1.4 mi 6.3
Monarch Learning Center Redding 1.7 mi 7.8
Parsons Junior High Redding 1.4 mi 6.4
Rother Elementary Redding 1.4 mi 2.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Redding 1.5 mi 6.2
Redding Collegiate Academy Redding 1.4 mi 7.1
PACE Academy Redding 1.4 mi 6.8
Lassen View Elementary Redding 1.6 mi 6.8
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL REDDING Redding 1.7 mi 6.1
Enterprise High Redding 1.7 mi 7.3
University Preparatory Redding 2.1 mi 7.9
Shasta Collegiate Academy Redding 2.1 mi 7.7
Redding Community Day Redding 2.3 mi
Stellar Charter Redding 2.3 mi 7.6
Turtle Bay Redding 2.4 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,594

Median Home Value

$385,900

Median Rent

$1,238/mo

Population

34,109

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Juniper

What grades does Juniper serve?

Juniper serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Juniper?

Juniper has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Juniper?

The student-teacher ratio at Juniper is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Juniper rank in CA?

Juniper ranks #6,979 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Juniper's MySchoolScout rating?

Juniper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Juniper?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Juniper has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Juniper a charter school?

No, Juniper is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Juniper a Title I school?

No, Juniper is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juniper?

86.9% of students at Juniper 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

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Shasta County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Redding Elementary
District Enrollment
3,149
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,101
District Rank
#6 of 8

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