Desert Ridge Jr. High School

Desert Ridge Jr. High School

Public Middle School | Grade 7-8
10211 E Madero Ave,  Mesa, AZ
Gilbert Public Schools
3.7
1,035 Students
A-
Niche Grade
Neighboring the campus of Desert Ridge High, Desert Ridge Junior High School serves more than 1,000 students in seventh and eighth grades. Although the school is in Mesa, Desert Ridge operates as part of the Gilbert Public Schools District. At this AVID Demonstration School, which implements the Advancement Via Individual Determination program school-wide, the faculty and staff prioritize preparing students for the transition to high school and college. Aside from a junior high honors program, students can broaden their skills for the 21st century in electives ranging from computers to industrial technology. Students can also choose to take a world language including Spanish, French, German, Japanese or American Sign Language. Outside of the core curriculum, Desert Ridge Rattlers can hone musical talents in band, orchestra and choir, or dabble in the fine arts. If students are more athletically inclined, they can find camaraderie in several interscholastic sports, ranging from baseball and cross country to basketball and flag football, among others. Throughout the year, Desert Ridge also engages students with field trips, spirit weeks, respect retreats and fundraisers to support local charities. The school also hosts a series of guest speakers from local institutions to help every student feel like a part of the community.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.68

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
48
Teachers in First or Second Year
14%

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
5
Equity
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Test Scores

Math
50%
State Average
48%
Science
23%
State Average
30%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
315:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
White
59.8%
Hispanic
26.8%
Two or more races
6.8%
Black
3.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.7%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 28 Reviews
5.0 teacher
11/18/2024
I have been teaching at this school for almost 20 years. Desert Ridge Junior High has an exceptional feeling of community. It is a place where the staff really care about kids. It is my home away from home and I am proud to be a Rattler.
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5.0 other
11/12/2024
I am on staff here at Desert Ridge, and have been here 13 years! This is my work family, away from my family! Our School is the best!!
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5.0 parent
11/12/2024
The best junior high!! All 3 of my children got a great education. All three went on to college and graduated with master degrees.
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5.0 teacher
11/4/2024
I love teaching at DRJH! It’s the BEST junior high with the best kids!
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Desert Ridge Jr. High School
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