Desert Ridge Jr. High School

Desert Ridge Jr. High School is a public middle school in the Sunland Village neighborhood.

Desert Ridge Jr. High School offers great education.

Desert Ridge Jr. High School promotes sports.

A courtyard at Desert Ridge Jr. High encourages student socialization between classes.

Desert Ridge Jr. High School

Public Middle School | Grade 7-8

10211 E Madero Ave, Mesa, AZ

Gilbert Public Schools

1,035 Students

A-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

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
19:1

Math Proficiency
40%

Reading Proficiency
54%

Average GPA
3.68

A-

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA 3.68	Reading Proficiency 54%
Math Proficiency 40%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 19:1 Teachers 48	Full Time Teachers 48
Teachers in First or Second Year 14%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

315:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.4%	Female 47.6%
White 57.3%	Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%	Economically disadvantaged 42.6%
Hispanic 29.9%	Two or more races 6.3%
Black 3.7%	Asian 1.9%
Limited English proficient 1.6%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

5/21/2026

Great school. My kids really enjoyed it.

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.

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!!

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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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Desert Ridge High School

8th to 12th
Public

B+

Superstition High School

Public

Skyline High School

9th to 12th
Public

Arizona Maricopa County Mesa 85209

Desert Ridge Jr. High School is a public school for students in grades 7-8 in Mesa, AZ and is served by the Gilbert Public Schools in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,035 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54% are proficient in reading. Desert Ridge Jr. High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.68. Discover additional schools in the area, like Desert Ridge High School, Superstition High School, Skyline High School, and more. Learn more about what Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Desert Ridge Jr. High School.

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