Serving 946 students in grades 7-9, Carson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carson Junior High School serves the west part of Mesa, AZ, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Junior High School's student population of 946 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
946 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Carson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Junior High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
12%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
59%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
16%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
76%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Junior High School's ranking?
Carson Junior High School is ranked #1706 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carson Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Carson Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Carson Junior High School?
946 students attend Carson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Carson Junior High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carson Junior High School?
Carson Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson Junior High School offer ?
Carson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Junior High School part of?
Carson Junior High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
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