Serving 875 students in grades 7-8, South Valley Jr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Valley Jr. High serves the southwest area of Gilbert, AZ, covering approximately 11.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Valley Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Valley Jr. High School's student population of 875 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Valley Jr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Valley Jr. High School is 0.60, 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
#260 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
57%
33%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Jr. High School's ranking?
South Valley Jr. High School is ranked #260 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Valley Jr. High School often compared to?
South Valley Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield Junior High School, Mesquite Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend South Valley Jr. High School?
875 students attend South Valley Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Valley Jr. High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Valley Jr. High School?
South Valley Jr. High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Valley Jr. High School offer ?
South Valley Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Valley Jr. High School part of?
South Valley Jr. High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is like a prison. Don't get caught up on their great test scores, because this doesn't define a school. Ask the students how they feel. It is a literal prison, and it destroyed my mental health and self confidence.
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