Below Average
#7349 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rio Tierra Junior High
Middle School · Twin Rivers Unified
3201 Northstead Dr., Sacramento, CA 95833
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,349 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#110 of 198
public schools
In district
#30 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Rio Tierra Junior High
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About Rio Tierra Junior High
Rio Tierra Junior High is a public middle school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Rio Tierra Junior High serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rio Tierra Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,349 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rio Tierra Junior High show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Rio Tierra Junior High 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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Rio Tierra Junior High — Students at Rio Tierra Junior High score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 4.6/10.
How Rio Tierra Junior High Compares
See how Rio Tierra Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3201 Northstead Dr., Sacramento, CA 95833
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rio Tierra Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Larry G. Meeks Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Hope Charter (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Jimenez Academy Sacramento | 0.6 mi | — |
| Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Natomas High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| American Lakes Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Discovery High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Dar-ul-Madinah Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| DAR-UL-MADINAH Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| 21st Century STEM Academy Sacramento | 1.5 mi | — |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| READ Academy of Sacramento Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Larry G. Meeks Academy Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Bannon Creek Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Las Palmas Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| New Hope Charter Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,016
Median Home Value
$439,700
Median Rent
$1,835/mo
Population
40,205
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rio Tierra Junior High
What grades does Rio Tierra Junior High serve?
Rio Tierra Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Rio Tierra Junior High?
Rio Tierra Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rio Tierra Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Rio Tierra Junior High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rio Tierra Junior High rank in CA?
Rio Tierra Junior High ranks #7,349 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rio Tierra Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Rio Tierra Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Rio Tierra Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rio Tierra Junior High has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rio Tierra Junior High a charter school?
No, Rio Tierra Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rio Tierra Junior High a Title I school?
No, Rio Tierra Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rio Tierra Junior High?
90.8% of students at Rio Tierra 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
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (916) 566-2730
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #30 of 43
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