Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, Martinez Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martinez Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martinez Junior High School's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
843 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
School Rankings
Martinez Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinez Junior High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3714 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martinez Junior High School's ranking?
Martinez Junior High School is ranked #3714 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martinez Junior High School?
843 students attend Martinez Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Martinez Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martinez Junior High School?
Martinez Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martinez Junior High School offer ?
Martinez Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martinez Junior High School part of?
Martinez Junior High School is part of Martinez Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
the teachers can be nice but they expect the kids to know everything !
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