Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Mesquite Jr 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 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesquite Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mesquite Jr High School's student population of 767 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Mesquite Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesquite Jr High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1012 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesquite Jr High School's ranking?
Mesquite Jr High School is ranked #1012 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mesquite Jr High School often compared to?
Mesquite Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Valley Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesquite Jr High School?
767 students attend Mesquite Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mesquite Jr High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesquite Jr High School?
Mesquite Jr High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mesquite Jr High School offer ?
Mesquite Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesquite Jr High School part of?
Mesquite Jr High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
School Reviews
5 1/19/2024
My two boys 7th and 8th grade have had an amazing experience at MJHS. They are involved in honors classes, sports, and any extracurricular activities the school puts on. The new Principal(Ms. Rameriz) has been great with communication and I can tell she cares about all students.
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