Stapley Junior High School in Mesa, AZ, serves 946 students in grades 7–9 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, slightly higher than district averages in prior years.
Math proficiency is 56%, which is higher than both the Arizona state average of 34% and the Mesa Unified District average of 33%, though it has declined from a peak of 79% in 2012.
Reading proficiency stands at 46%, approximately equal to the state average of 40% and slightly above the district average of 38%, showing a downward trend from levels above 80% in earlier years.
Science proficiency is 38%, higher than the state average of 24% and district average of 22%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #218 in 2010 to #451 in 2023, indicating a gradual drop in relative performance among Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33%, with 228 students eligible for free lunch and 48 for reduced–price lunch, showing a socioeconomic increase compared to single–digit free lunch eligibility in earlier years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stapley Junior High School serves the northwest part of Mesa, AZ, covering an area of approximately 19.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.3 miles and the furthest edge located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stapley Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stapley Junior High School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Stapley Junior 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 Stapley Junior High School is 0.52, 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
#451 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
7%
5%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
21%
49%
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Black
1%
6%
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White
66%
33%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stapley Junior High School's ranking?
Stapley Junior High School is ranked #451 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Stapley Junior High School?
899 students attend Stapley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stapley Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stapley Junior High School?
Stapley Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stapley Junior High School offer ?
Stapley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stapley Junior High School part of?
Stapley Junior High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Stapley Junior High School located?
Stapley Junior High School is located in the Citrus HOA neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Citrus HOA.
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