Serving 880 students in grades 7-8, South Valley Jr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Valley Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Valley Jr. High School's student population of 880 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Valley Jr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Valley Jr. High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Jr. High School's ranking?
South Valley Jr. High School is ranked #271 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Valley Jr. High School often compared to?
South Valley Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend South Valley Jr. High School?
880 students attend South Valley Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Valley Jr. High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Valley Jr. High School?
South Valley Jr. High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Valley Jr. High School offer ?
South Valley Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is South Valley Jr. High School part of?
South Valley Jr. High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
School Calendar
View the South Valley Jr. High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Students - Release @ 12:30pm
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
2 7/29/2020
This school is like a prison. Don't get caught up on their great test scores, because this doesn't define a school. Ask the students how they feel. It is a literal prison, and it destroyed my mental health and self confidence.
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