Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, Fourth Avenue 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 5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fourth Avenue Junior High School serves the northwest part of Yuma, AZ, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fourth Avenue Junior High School's student population of 364 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Fourth Avenue staff fosters a positive learning environment in which we provide students with the life skills and challenges necessary to become successful in achieving academic excellence.
School Rankings
Fourth Avenue 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 Fourth Avenue Junior High School is 0.12, 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
#1839 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
3%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fourth Avenue Junior High School's ranking?
Fourth Avenue Junior High School is ranked #1839 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Fourth Avenue Junior High School often compared to?
Fourth Avenue Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R Pete Woodard Jr High School, Desert View Middle & High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Fourth Avenue Junior High School?
364 students attend Fourth Avenue Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fourth Avenue Junior High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fourth Avenue Junior High School?
Fourth Avenue Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fourth Avenue Junior High School offer ?
Fourth Avenue Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fourth Avenue Junior High School part of?
Fourth Avenue Junior High School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499).
In what neighborhood is Fourth Avenue Junior High School located?
Fourth Avenue Junior High School is located in the Yuma Townsite neighborhood of Yuma, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Yuma Townsite.
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