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Junction Elementary

Junction Elementary · Shasta County · 9087 Deschutes Road, Palo Cedro, CA 96073-8713

(530) 547-3274 · www.junctionesd.net

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8/10
#1715
Rank 1715 out of 5,722
Top 30%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1854 · 68th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1751 · 69th percentile
Science8/10 · #1500 · 73rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the small, tight-knit community of Palo Cedro — a rural foothill town just east of Redding — Junction Elementary offers a K-8 experience that keeps kids rooted in one close community through their entire elementary journey. Scores land solidly in the upper third statewide, with science being a particular bright spot, which fits well with the outdoor-minded, nature-rich lifestyle that draws families to this corner of Shasta County. It's a great fit for families who want a smaller-town upbringing away from the bustle of the city, where kids tend to know their teachers and classmates for years at a time.

Student Demographics

235 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
189 (80%)
Hispanic
25 (11%)
Asian
8 (3%)
Multiple Races
7 (3%)
American Indian
5 (2%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged87 (37%)
Students with Disabilities35 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

416
Enrollment
22.8
Teachers (FTE)
18.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
14.5
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5536 · 9th percentile

7 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.