Ball Junior High School
Anaheim, CA 92802
Phone: (714) 999-3663
Fax: (714) 563-9214
District: Anaheim Union High
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 7,8 • 737 students
Ball Junior High School, a public school located in Anaheim, CA, serves grades 7-8 in the Anaheim Union High School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Ball Junior High School is a public school located in Anaheim, CA. 737 students attend Ball Junior High School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 2/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 1/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: February 12, 2017
For me, I promoted this school in 2012. Hard to believe that it has been a long time. I joined many extracurricular activities and did many exciting things. From band, leadership class and computer classes, this school discovers the many exciting things to offer.
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Posted: November 23, 2015
I have been at other schools. Ball Junior High by far is the best. They have many programs for students to participate in such as AVID, YMCA, sports, Girls Inc., etc. They have a great special education department and they staff is very caring towards the students.
Posted: November 18, 2015
Posted: November 18, 2015
Posted: November 18, 2015
Posted: November 18, 2015
I love working at Ball and I love the students. They make me feel alive everyday.
Posted: November 18, 2015
Posted: November 18, 2015
Posted: November 18, 2015
Posted: November 18, 2015
Ball has the best students, the most knowledgeable and caring teachers, and a strong a confident Administration to lead the way.
Posted: October 26, 2015
I am a parent of three children. My 12th grade daughter attended Ball Jr High School as a new student from another district. She did have the "normal" new student angst but she grew into a student who can self-advocate for her education and stand up for what is right. There were opportunities for her to sing and act in the High School theater program as well as the district level which helped her in her audition process for her current High School. We strongly believe that her experiences, good and bad, made her the college-bound student she is today. I currently have a 8th grader who is attending Ball Jr High in Special Education which he feels he has a "ability" rather than a disability. We made a appointment to meet and greet with Dr. Fried before he started 7th grade which made the transition from grade school to Junior High seamless. I have no reservations in my mind that my son is safe and receives the services he needs including the fine arts. Our new principal, Dr. Dabney-Lieras, has continued to provide a safe environment and she has created a environment that encourages students to do their best. Mr. Valeriano and all the other admin team are the best. The Saturday classes with the emphasis on theater, art and math is a big step in the right path. All AUHSD students should be college ready and parents must realize higher education is not just a financially sacrifice but also a sacrifice of time whether it be volunteering at school events, donating supplies, or even as simple as checking Aries three times a week to make sure your child knows you care about their grades. Education does not begin when you drop off your student at school, it begins at home. We are proud to partner with Ball Jr High School to make it a Blue Ribbon School! Go Blackhawks!
Posted: October 26, 2015
Posted: October 26, 2015
Posted: October 26, 2015
no discrimination on the multi-cultural campus with staff and other students. I am pleased with the progress of the school
Posted: December 16, 2014
Ball Junior High School is a wonderful school with great students and staff! Ball Junior high offers many programs for students including an after school STEM Program, Inter-mural Sports program and Saturday Academy enrichment classes for students.
Posted: December 10, 2014
Ball Junior High has gone down hill, overcrowded, poor leadership, were supposed to trust these people with our children, the counselors pass the buck whenever possible, the assistant principal reminds me of a prison guard who enjoys her power a bit too much, They recently got a new principal who in my opinion does not have any business in her position based on first hand experience.
Posted: September 25, 2013
My daughter goes there and I know that it is a great school; from the Principal to the teachers, they really do a great job, and communicate with the parents really well.
Posted: January 19, 2012
This school is a good school . Sure , it doesn't have the best people . But the teachers here are amazing , they'll care for you no matter what . They spend their time after school everyday . The choir & band are spectacular . The ASB always gets involved .The sports are fun ! The students are helpful too ! If some people had actually tried , we would be a great school . So please , don't think this school is a bad school ! The teachers here at great !
Posted: November 3, 2011
I really don't know why people said this school is" bad"....I'm a student at Ball Jr. High. my first time came to Ball ....i was really nervous, but the teachers was so NICE!!! they are wonderful...well I can't explain it. they helped me and the other students a lot...i learned many things from them.. this year, to encourage students to try hard... the end of quarter they let us enjoy and relaxed by created a carnival.even though, it not fancy..but we do have a great time....THANK YOU all teachers for what you have done for us... and i would like if you can create more fun things like this for us!!
Posted: August 27, 2011
I was a student at Ball Jr. High last year. I honestly think this school is a great school. The teachers are always there to help you whenever you're having trouble. All the staff is amazing, and VERY helpful! I had 2 wonderful years at Ball Jr. High!
Posted: August 27, 2011
I attended this school and i truly have the best memories, i am currently in college finishing the nursing program.
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