Summary:
Zip code 91321 in Newhall, California, is served by one middle school, Placerita Junior High, which educates students in grades 7 and 8.
Placerita Junior High is a consistently high-performing school, maintaining a 4-star rating for three straight years and ranking in the 81st to 83rd percentile among all California middle schools. It demonstrates significant academic strengths, particularly in English Language Arts and Science, where student proficiency rates are well above the state average. The school also excels in keeping students engaged, with a chronic absenteeism rate notably lower than both its district and the state.
Operating within the high-achieving William S. Hart Union High district, the school serves a diverse community, with over half of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. While its mathematics scores are solid and above the state average, there is a noticeable dip in proficiency between 7th and 8th grade, which may be an area of focus. Overall, parents can expect a stable, supportive, and academically sound environment for their middle school students in this area.
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