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.
Desert Ridge Jr. High School
Public Middle School
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Grade 7-8
10211 E Madero Ave,
Mesa, AZ
Gilbert Public Schools
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.68
Niche Grade
A-
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.68
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Reading Proficiency
45%
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Math Proficiency
33%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
49
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Full Time Teachers
49
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Teachers in First or Second Year
14%
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GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
17%
State Average
31%
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Math
40%
State Average
44%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
315:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
52.4%
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Female
47.6%
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White
57.3%
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Male
52.4%
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Female
47.6%
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Economically disadvantaged
42.6%
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Hispanic
29.9%
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Two or more races
6.3%
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Black
3.7%
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Asian
1.9%
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Limited English proficient
1.6%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
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.
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!!
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.
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 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 33% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% 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.