Below Average
#7762 of 9,539 schools in CA
Katherine Johnson Middle
Middle School · San Juan Unified
1400 Bell St., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,762 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#123 of 198
public schools
In district
#34 of 65
San Juan Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Katherine Johnson Middle
Katherine Johnson Middle is a public middle school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Katherine Johnson Middle serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Katherine Johnson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,762 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Katherine Johnson Middle show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Katherine Johnson Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Katherine Johnson Middle runs 22:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
43% of students at Katherine Johnson 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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Katherine Johnson Middle — Students at Katherine Johnson Middle score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Katherine Johnson Middle Compares
See how Katherine Johnson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 Bell St., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Katherine Johnson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SHALOM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Encina Preparatory High Sacramento | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Greer Elementary Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Palmiter Special Education Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Shalom School Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| Howe Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Philomene Dual Language School Sacramento | 1.2 mi | — |
| SHALOM SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Cottage Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| ST IGNATIUS PARISH SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Ignatius School Sacramento | 1.2 mi | — |
| D. W. Babcock Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Gateway International Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Serenity Stars Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Marconi Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Sacramento Country Day School Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Katherine Johnson Middle
What grades does Katherine Johnson Middle serve?
Katherine Johnson Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Middle?
Katherine Johnson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Katherine Johnson Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Katherine Johnson Middle is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Katherine Johnson Middle rank in CA?
Katherine Johnson Middle ranks #7,762 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Katherine Johnson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Katherine Johnson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Katherine Johnson Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Katherine Johnson Middle has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Katherine Johnson Middle a charter school?
No, Katherine Johnson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Katherine Johnson Middle a Title I school?
No, Katherine Johnson Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Katherine Johnson Middle?
76.1% of students at Katherine Johnson 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
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (916) 971-5500
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #34 of 65
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