Very Good
#3018 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Placerita Junior High
Middle School · William S. Hart Union High
25015 North Newhall Ave., Newhall, CA 91321
Enrollment
920
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
920
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,018 of 9,539
In Newhall
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 16
William S. Hart Union High
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Placerita Junior High
Middle School in Newhall · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Placerita Junior High
Placerita Junior High is a public middle school in Newhall, CA, part of William S. Hart Union High. Placerita Junior High serves approximately 920 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Placerita Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,018 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Placerita Junior High show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Placerita Junior High — Students at Placerita Junior High score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 6.0/10.
How Placerita Junior High Compares
See how Placerita Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25015 North Newhall Ave., Newhall, CA 91321
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Placerita Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Meadows Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Valencia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pico Canyon Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Stevenson Ranch), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Old Orchard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Valencia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newhall, see our Newhall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William S. Hart High Newhall | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Learning Post Academy (Alternative) Santa Clarita | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Santa Clarita | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Old Orchard Elementary Valencia | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Newhall Elementary Newhall | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Peachland Avenue Elementary Newhall | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Meadows Elementary Valencia | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| RISE & SHINE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Newhall | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wiley Canyon Elementary Newhall | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Valencia Valley Elementary Valencia | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary Newhall | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Mission View Public Lancaster | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI OF STEVENSON RANCH Stevenson Ranch | 1.8 mi | — |
| Academy of the Canyons Santa Clarita | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Bowman (Jereann) High (Continuation) Santa Clarita | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS FOR LITTLE KIDS Newhall | 2.2 mi | — |
| Pico Canyon Elementary Stevenson Ranch | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Bridgeport Elementary Valencia | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CA KIDS LEARNING ACADEMY Santa Clarita | 2.5 mi | — |
| CAlkids Learning Academy Santa Clarita | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,281
Median Home Value
$654,300
Median Rent
$2,135/mo
Population
32,668
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Placerita Junior High
What grades does Placerita Junior High serve?
Placerita Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Placerita Junior High?
Placerita Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 920 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Placerita Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Placerita Junior High is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Placerita Junior High rank in CA?
Placerita Junior High ranks #3,018 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Placerita Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Placerita Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Placerita Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Placerita Junior High has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Placerita Junior High a charter school?
No, Placerita Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Placerita Junior High a Title I school?
No, Placerita Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Placerita Junior High?
41.3% of students at Placerita 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 920
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (661) 259-1551
Resources & Links
District
William S. Hart Union High- District Enrollment
- 20,685
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,278
- District Rank
- #7 of 16
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