Serving 607 students in grades 6-8, Show Low Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Show Low Junior High School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Show Low Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Show Low Junior High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#905 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Show Low Junior High School's ranking?
Show Low Junior High School is ranked #905 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Show Low Junior High School often compared to?
Show Low Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whipple Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Show Low Junior High School?
607 students attend Show Low Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Show Low Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Show Low Junior High School?
Show Low Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Show Low Junior High School offer ?
Show Low Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Show Low Junior High School part of?
Show Low Junior High School is part of Show Low Unified District (4393) School District.
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