Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is a public middle school for seventh graders and eighth graders in Los Altos, California. It is part of the Los Altos School District. Most of Egan's over five hundred students live in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, and a few students live in Mountain View.
Serving 496 students in grades 7-8, Ardis G. Egan Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School's student population of 496 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue, Yellow, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardis G. Egan 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
#202 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardis G. Egan Junior High School's ranking?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is ranked #202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ardis G. Egan Junior High School often compared to?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgina P. Blach Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ardis G. Egan Junior High School?
496 students attend Ardis G. Egan Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ardis G. Egan Junior High School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardis G. Egan Junior High School?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ardis G. Egan Junior High School offer ?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ardis G. Egan Junior High School part of?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is part of Los Altos Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ardis G. Egan Junior High School located?
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School is located in the North Los Altos neighborhood of Los Altos, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in North Los Altos.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
I'm a seventh grader at this school and my brother also attended for 2 years. It is truly an amazing school atmosphere. Lots of after school activities, and sports. The teachers teach from the heart, love the students, and make class fun. The students are all very intellectual, greet everyone with smiles, and love the teachers. The parents are very involved. Mothers and Fathers are involved in the lunch program, school dances and productions, as well as students' homework and over all achievement. I love going to Egan and wouldn't go to another school if I was offered a million dollars(and I do love money). Hope my review was enlightening and helped you with your placement decision for your child.
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