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#4172 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Potter Valley Junior High
Middle School · Potter Valley Community Unified
PO Box 219, Potter Valley, CA 95469
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,172 of 9,539
In Potter Valley
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Potter Valley Community Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Potter Valley Junior High
Potter Valley Junior High is a public middle school in Potter Valley, CA, part of Potter Valley Community Unified. Potter Valley Junior High serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Potter Valley Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Potter Valley Junior High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Potter Valley Junior High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Potter Valley Junior High 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.
Potter Valley Junior High runs 21.5:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Potter Valley Junior High — Students at Potter Valley Junior High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 7.8/10.
How Potter Valley Junior High Compares
See how Potter Valley Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 219, Potter Valley, CA 95469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Potter Valley Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tree of Life Charter (rated 8.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Ukiah), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank Zeek Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Ukiah), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ukiah Independent Study Academy (rated 7.4/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Ukiah), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Potter Valley, see our Potter Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Potter Valley Elementary Potter Valley | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Potter Valley High Potter Valley | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Eagle Peak Middle Redwood Valley | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| The Waldorf School of Mendocino County Calpella | 7.9 mi | — |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF MENDOCINO COUNTY Calpella | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Calpella Elementary Ukiah | 8.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Deep Valley Christian Redwood Valley | 7.7 mi | — |
| DEEP VALLEY CHRISTIAN Redwood Valley | 7.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Tree of Life Charter Ukiah | 12.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Redwood Collegiate Academy Ukiah | 12.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Career Academy Ukiah | 12.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Oak Manor Elementary Ukiah | 12.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Frank Zeek Elementary Ukiah | 12.5 mi | 7.5 |
| West Hills Juvenile Hall Court Ukiah | 12.6 mi | — |
| Mendocino County Community Ukiah | 12.6 mi | — |
| Ukiah High Ukiah | 12.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Instilling Goodness Developing Virtue School Ukiah | 13.4 mi | — |
| Ukiah Independent Study Academy Ukiah | 12.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Orr Creek Ukiah | 12.7 mi | — |
| River Oak Charter Ukiah | 13.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,402
Median Home Value
$593,800
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
1,503
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
67.5%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
49.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Potter Valley Junior High
What grades does Potter Valley Junior High serve?
Potter Valley Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Potter Valley Junior High?
Potter Valley Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Potter Valley Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Potter Valley Junior High is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Potter Valley Junior High rank in CA?
Potter Valley Junior High ranks #4,172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Potter Valley Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Potter Valley Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Potter Valley Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Potter Valley Junior High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Potter Valley Junior High a charter school?
No, Potter Valley Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Potter Valley Junior High a Title I school?
No, Potter Valley Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Potter Valley Junior High?
55.8% of students at Potter Valley 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
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (707) 743-1142
Resources & Links
District
Potter Valley Community Unified- District Enrollment
- 277
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,312
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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