Serving 842 students in grades 7-8, Tevis Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tevis Junior High School's student population of 842 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tevis Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tevis Junior High School is 0.59, which is less 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
#4261 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tevis Junior High School's ranking?
Tevis Junior High School is ranked #4261 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tevis Junior High School often compared to?
Tevis Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Warren Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tevis Junior High School?
842 students attend Tevis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Tevis Junior High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tevis Junior High School?
Tevis Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tevis Junior High School offer ?
Tevis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Tevis Junior High School part of?
Tevis Junior High School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Tevis Junior High School located?
Tevis Junior High School is located in the The Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Oaks.
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