Serving 954 students in grades 7-8, Stapley Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 954 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- 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 954 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
954 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stapley Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stapley Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#562 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
9%
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 #562 out of 1,956 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
954 students attend Stapley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Stapley Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% 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 21:1, 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 7-8
What school district is Stapley Junior High School part of?
Stapley Junior High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
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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