Located off of N Horne and E Brown Road, Kino Junior High School is situated near the center of Mesa in the Mesa Patios neighborhood. The school serves a diverse population of just over 1,000 Mesa youth in grades 7 and 8.
As a transitionary public school, students of Kino Junior High School are given opportunities to participate in various athletic programs and extracurricular activities. Some of the sports listed include basketball, football, wrestling, dance, and cheerleading while other activities include chess and several assorted music programs.
Kino Junior High School is home to Nancy Parra Quinlan who was recognized as the 2022 Arizona Teacher of the Year. The school is also the home of Jasmine Benton, who was recognized as Dance Teacher of the Year.
As students of Kino Junior High School prepare for high school studies and begin their college preparation, students are guided and supported by the excellent and passionate staff as well as through programs implemented by the school such as AVID.
In support of its students, the school provides a number of resources to help students with future planning, meet special education needs, and assist with behavioral and mental health needs. The school also participates in the Pawsitive Peers program which provides opportunities for students to interact with therapy dogs.
Kino Junior High School
Public Middle School
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Grade 7-8
848 N Horne,
Mesa, AZ
Mesa Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Keiko Dilbeck
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Math Proficiency
6%
Reading Proficiency
18%
Niche Grade
C
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
18%
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Math Proficiency
6%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
40
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Full Time Teachers
40
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Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%
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GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
8%
State Average
31%
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Math
5%
State Average
44%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
356:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.2%
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Female
46.8%
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Hispanic
79.3%
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Economically disadvantaged
68.4%
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Male
53.2%
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Female
46.8%
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Limited English proficient
26.8%
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White
7.8%
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Black
5.6%
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Native American
4.6%
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Two or more races
1.7%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/3/2020
Overall, Kino Junior High School was a great experience to be included in. They always make sure that whatever they teach us leaves us with becoming a better person and that we get to know more about college.
10/18/2016
During my junior year in Kino junior high I learned many new things. In my year of eighth grade in Kino I started to learn more about math. I had two math classes and I was really good in both. I loved learning math because for me it was fun. My eighth grade was awesome because I got wonderful teachers, and I found many of my real friends. My junior high was great thanks for to Kino Junior High.
10/5/2014
I consider this school very safe, no one ever got hurt throught the years, but I remember there was a lockdown after school and it went on for about 3 hours. Turned out there was a bank robber on campus hiding from the police. If we would of had closed gates no one would of entered on campus.
GreatSchools Reviews
5/7/2026
Even the teacher would bully your child
4/21/2026
This junior high truly stands out as a place where students are more than just numbers—they’re known by name. The staff makes a genuine effort to build relationships, creating an environment where each student feels seen, valued, and supported.Academically, the school is committed to providing engag...
4/16/2026
Kino is an amazing place, from the front office to the classrooms to the teachers and the classified staff. Adults are kind and welcoming. Hallways are filled with messages of hope and encouragement. Students are respected and respectful, always encouraged to show up and be their best selves. Kino's...
4/16/2026
Kino is a great school. The staff are visible and friendly and there is less fighting then at neighboring Junior Highs. Teachers will go above and beyond to help any students who WANTS to succeed. Every interaction I have had with teachers and staff has been professional and willing to work with me...
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$195K - $637K
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Average Home Value
$398,809
Median Lot Size
10,454 Sq Ft
% Renters
49%
Average Household Income
$85,529
% of College Grads
27.3%
Median Age
32
Average House Size
1,980 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
38.0%
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Parks in this Area
Pioneer Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Waterpark
Escobedo Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Three Fountains
Porter Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Fitch Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Washington Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Kino Aquatic Center
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Kino Junior High School is a public school for students in grades 7-8 in Mesa, AZ and is served by the Mesa Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 805 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 6% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 18% are proficient in reading. Kino Junior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $398,809. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mountain View High School, Westwood High School, Mesa High School, and more. Learn more about what Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kino Junior High School.