Serving 760 students in grades 7-9, Joel P. Jensen Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joel P. Jensen Middle School serves the northeast area of West Jordan, UT, covering approximately 5.6 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joel P. Jensen Middle School's student population of 760 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
760 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Joel P. Jensen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joel P. Jensen Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#845 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
43%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joel P. Jensen Middle School's ranking?
Joel P. Jensen Middle School is ranked #845 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Joel P. Jensen Middle School often compared to?
Joel P. Jensen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jordan Middle School, Elk Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Joel P. Jensen Middle School?
760 students attend Joel P. Jensen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Joel P. Jensen Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joel P. Jensen Middle School?
Joel P. Jensen Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joel P. Jensen Middle School offer ?
Joel P. Jensen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Joel P. Jensen Middle School part of?
Joel P. Jensen Middle School is part of Jordan School District.
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