Serving 961 students in grades 6-8, Highland Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 961 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Jr High School serves the northeastern part of Mesa, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Jr High School's student population of 961 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
961 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Motto
'Inspiring Excellence in Every Learner'
School Rankings
Highland Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Jr High School is 0.55, 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
#399 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
24%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
63%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Jr High School's ranking?
Highland Jr High School is ranked #399 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Highland Jr High School often compared to?
Highland Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield Junior High School, Desert Ridge Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Highland Jr High School?
961 students attend Highland Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Highland Jr High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Jr High School?
Highland Jr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Jr High School offer ?
Highland Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Jr High School part of?
Highland Jr High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
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