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Fourth Avenue Junior High School

Middle School · Yuma Elementary District (4499)

450 S 4TH AVE, Yuma, AZ 85364

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,519 of 2,006

In Yuma

#24 of 40

public schools

In district

#14 of 19

Yuma Elementary District (4499)

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Fourth Avenue Junior High School

5.0/10

Middle School in Yuma · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Roosevelt School

5.2/10

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7.7/10

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About Fourth Avenue Junior High School

Fourth Avenue Junior High School is a public middle school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Elementary District (4499). Fourth Avenue Junior High School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fourth Avenue Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,519 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Fourth Avenue Junior High School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Fourth Avenue Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,416
Chronic Absenteeism51.7%

Fourth Avenue Junior High School — Students at Fourth Avenue Junior High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
28%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
15%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Fourth Avenue Junior High School Compares

See how Fourth Avenue Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

450 S 4TH AVE, Yuma, AZ 85364

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fourth Avenue Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. R Pete Woodard Jr High School (rated 4.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Centennial Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gila Vista Jr High School (rated 3.9/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Roosevelt School Yuma 0.1 mi 5.2
Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy Yuma 0.2 mi 7.7
STEDY- Yuma HS Satellite Yuma 0.1 mi
Yuma High School Yuma 0.3 mi 5.1
George Washington Carver Elementary School Yuma 0.6 mi 6.0
Amerischools Academy North Phoenix 0.9 mi 6.5
O C Johnson School Yuma 1.1 mi 6.6
STEDY- Central Campus Yuma 1.3 mi
Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma 1.5 mi 6.8
Pecan Grove Elementary School Yuma 1.3 mi 4.3
YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma 1.5 mi
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yuma 1.4 mi 5.3
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Yuma 1.7 mi 5.7
Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma 1.7 mi 4.9
AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Phoenix 2.0 mi 6.0
R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma 2.2 mi 4.9
Gila Vista Jr High School Yuma 2.3 mi 3.9
C W Mcgraw Elementary School Yuma 2.4 mi 6.4
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School Yuma 2.3 mi 4.8
Centennial Middle School Yuma 2.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,497

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$963/mo

Population

72,125

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fourth Avenue Junior High School

What grades does Fourth Avenue Junior High School serve?

Fourth Avenue Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Fourth Avenue Junior High School?

Fourth Avenue Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fourth Avenue Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fourth Avenue Junior High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fourth Avenue Junior High School rank in AZ?

Fourth Avenue Junior High School ranks #1,519 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Fourth Avenue Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fourth Avenue Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fourth Avenue Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fourth Avenue Junior High School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fourth Avenue Junior High School a charter school?

No, Fourth Avenue Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fourth Avenue Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Fourth Avenue Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yuma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.7%

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