Aptos Junior High School

Aptos Junior High School

Public Middle School | Grade 7-8
1001 Huntington Dr,  Aptos, CA
Pajaro Valley Unified School District
2.4
2.7
588 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Brian Saxton
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
48%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
26
Full Time Teachers
26
Teachers in First or Second Year
32.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
19%
State Average
17.9%
Science
8%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
312:1

Student Diversity

Female
51%
Male
49%
Hispanic
52.2%
White
41.4%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.4 9 Reviews
3.0 Alum
2/14/2018
Overall I had a good experience at Aptos Junior, the faculty were excellent and all of my teachers were really into my education.
3.0 Alum
7/25/2017
Though Aptos Junior High was the only school of its kind that I ever attended, I get the impression that the opportunities available to the seventh and eighth graders there are average -- nothing super special, but not obviously deficient, either. Sports, similar to the local high school (Aptos), are the main extracurricular. The programs available are very relaxed; participating in junior high sports is a great way for students to figure out their interests before they enter the more rigorous high school programs. Like the majority of schools, AJHS has a good mix of stellar, poor, and okay teachers. If students are willing to work and study and are curious, they should do just fine. Lastly, I always felt safe at AJHS. I don't remember any pointed instances of constant bullying.
2.0 NicheUser
2/21/2015
Was lied to by administrator
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 6 Reviews
1.0 teacher
2/18/2023
This school ruined me. I will never be the same person I was before i attended Aptos Junior High.
1.0 parent
2/5/2023
Really difficult for kids with disabilities to succeed when they are preyed upon by bullies, gangsters, jerks and punks. Principal is held hostage by horrible kids and has to create safety plans for the vulnerable. 0 StarsVibe Check = SusDo not Recommend
5.0 parent
6/21/2021
My son had a fantastic experience here when he attended from 2016-2018. New to the district and introverted, he quickly made friends with kids in his classes and the after school rock band. Teachers at the school are exceptionally caring and professional, although some honors classes are overly rigo...
1.0 parent
1/30/2017
i do not like ther teahing metheds .

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Aptos Junior High School is a public school for students in grades 7-8 in Aptos, CA, in the Aptos neighborhood, and is served by the Pajaro Valley Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 588 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. Aptos Junior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,388,969. Discover additional schools in the area, like Aptos High School, Soquel High School, Harbor High School, and more. Learn more about what Aptos has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Aptos Junior High School.

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