BILL E. YOUNG JR. MIDDLE SCHOOL

Bill E. Young Jr. Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Calipatria Unified school district, located in Calipatria, CA with about 358 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Bill E. Young Jr. Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bill E. Young Jr. Middle School is a public educational institution located in Calipatria, California, serving students in the Calipatria Unified School District. As the primary middle school for the community, it focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, providing a structured environment that prioritizes academic core subjects, including mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies. The school is dedicated to fostering both the intellectual and social development of its students during their adolescent years.

In line with the district’s identity as the "Calipatria Hornets," the school emphasizes a culture of community and school spirit. The institution strives to provide a supportive learning environment, often utilizing local resources to offer a range of extracurricular opportunities that help students explore their interests. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and character building, Bill E. Young Jr. Middle School plays a central role in preparing the youth of Calipatria for the rigors and challenges of their future high school careers.

For more information, contact Bill E. Young Jr. Middle at (760) 348-2842 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.