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Holbrook Junior High School

Middle School · Holbrook Unified District (4389)

PO BOX 640, Holbrook, AZ 86025

Enrollment

311

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,423 of 2,006

In Holbrook

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Holbrook Unified District (4389)

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Holbrook Junior High School

5.2/10

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About Holbrook Junior High School

Holbrook Junior High School is a public middle school in Holbrook, AZ, part of Holbrook Unified District (4389). Holbrook Junior High School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holbrook Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,423 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Holbrook Junior High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Holbrook Junior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

65% of students at Holbrook 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,237
Chronic Absenteeism65.3%

Holbrook Junior High School — Students at Holbrook Junior High School score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (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
46%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
26%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Holbrook Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.3%

Location

PO BOX 640, Holbrook, AZ 86025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holbrook Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Snowflake Intermediate School (rated 7.6/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Snowflake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Snowflake Junior High School (rated 7.2/10, 29.0 miles away, in nearby Snowflake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joseph City Junior High School (rated 6.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Joseph City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holbrook, see our Holbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hulet Elementary School Holbrook 0.2 mi 6.3
NAVIT - Holbrook High School Snowflake 0.4 mi
Holbrook High School Holbrook 0.4 mi 7.5
Park Elementary School Holbrook 0.7 mi 8.0
Navajo County Instruction for Success (NCIS) Holbrook 2.0 mi
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College PDC Snowflake 2.1 mi
HOLBROOK SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST INDIAN SCHOOL Holbrook 2.2 mi 7.4
NATIVE AMERICAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sun Valley 7.4 mi 8.0
Joseph City High School Joseph City 9.7 mi 8.6
Joseph City Junior High School Joseph City 9.7 mi 6.6
Joseph City Elementary School Joseph City 10.2 mi 8.8
NAVIT - Snowflake High School Snowflake 27.9 mi
Snowflake High School Snowflake 27.9 mi 7.9
Snowflake Intermediate School Snowflake 27.9 mi 7.6
Snowflake Preschool Snowflake 28.0 mi
Highland Primary School Snowflake 28.3 mi 7.8
Snowflake Junior High School Snowflake 29.0 mi 7.2
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College SCC Snowflake 29.2 mi
Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor 29.5 mi 7.3
George Washington Academy Mesa 29.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,167

Median Home Value

$144,600

Median Rent

$940/mo

Population

5,189

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holbrook Junior High School

What grades does Holbrook Junior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Holbrook Junior High School?

Holbrook Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holbrook Junior High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holbrook Junior High School rank in AZ?

Holbrook Junior High School ranks #1,423 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Holbrook Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holbrook Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Holbrook Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holbrook Junior High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Holbrook Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Holbrook Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.3%

District

Holbrook Unified District (4389)
District Enrollment
1,838
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,237
District Rank
#5 of 5

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