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#6184 of 9,539 schools in CA
Kunst (tommie) Junior High
Middle School · Santa Maria-Bonita
930 Hidden Pines Way, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Enrollment
1,028
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,028
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,184 of 9,539
In Santa Maria
#21 of 30
public schools
In district
#13 of 21
Santa Maria-Bonita
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Kunst (tommie) Junior High
Middle School in Santa Maria · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kunst (tommie) Junior High
Kunst (tommie) Junior High is a public middle school in Santa Maria, CA, part of Santa Maria-Bonita. Kunst (tommie) Junior High serves approximately 1,028 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kunst (tommie) Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,184 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kunst (tommie) Junior High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Kunst (tommie) Junior High — Students at Kunst (tommie) Junior High score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Kunst (tommie) Junior High Compares
See how Kunst (tommie) Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
930 Hidden Pines Way, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kunst (tommie) Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. El Camino Junior High (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fesler (Isaac) Junior High (rated 4.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary Santa Maria | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Bruce (Robert) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Taylor (Ida Redmond) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| El Camino Junior High Santa Maria | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Alvin Elementary Santa Maria | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Eagles Christian Academy Santa Maria | 2.0 mi | — |
| AGAPE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | — |
| Fairlawn Elementary Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Fesler (Isaac) Junior High Santa Maria | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Santa Maria High Santa Maria | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Sanchez (David J.) Elementary Santa Maria | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Miller (Isaac) Elementary Santa Maria | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Adam (William Laird) Elementary Santa Maria | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Pioneer Valley High Santa Maria | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Trivium Charter Lompoc | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Liberty Elementary Santa Maria | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,518
Median Home Value
$460,300
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
59,126
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
27.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kunst (tommie) Junior High
What grades does Kunst (tommie) Junior High serve?
Kunst (tommie) Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Kunst (tommie) Junior High?
Kunst (tommie) Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,028 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kunst (tommie) Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Kunst (tommie) Junior High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kunst (tommie) Junior High rank in CA?
Kunst (tommie) Junior High ranks #6,184 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kunst (tommie) Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Kunst (tommie) Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Kunst (tommie) Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kunst (tommie) Junior High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kunst (tommie) Junior High a charter school?
No, Kunst (tommie) Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kunst (tommie) Junior High a Title I school?
No, Kunst (tommie) Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kunst (tommie) Junior High?
83.6% of students at Kunst (tommie) 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,028
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (805) 361-5800
Resources & Links
District
Santa Maria-Bonita- District Enrollment
- 17,165
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,207
- District Rank
- #13 of 21
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