Below Average
#1672 of 2,006 schools in AZ
John M Andersen JR High School
Middle School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
1255 N DOBSON RD, Chandler, AZ 85224
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,672 of 2,006
In Chandler
#74 of 77
public schools
In district
#44 of 44
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
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John M Andersen JR High School
Middle School in Chandler · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John M Andersen JR High School
John M Andersen JR High School is a public middle school in Chandler, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). John M Andersen JR High School serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John M Andersen JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for John M Andersen JR High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at John M Andersen JR 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
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John M Andersen JR High School — Students at John M Andersen JR High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How John M Andersen JR High School Compares
See how John M Andersen JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1255 N DOBSON RD, Chandler, AZ 85224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John M Andersen JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Knox Gifted Academy (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arizona College Prep Middle School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bright Beginnings School #1 (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,886
Median Home Value
$391,000
Median Rent
$1,785/mo
Population
48,304
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John M Andersen JR High School
What grades does John M Andersen JR High School serve?
John M Andersen JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John M Andersen JR High School?
John M Andersen JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John M Andersen JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John M Andersen JR High School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John M Andersen JR High School rank in AZ?
John M Andersen JR High School ranks #1,672 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is John M Andersen JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John M Andersen JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 John M Andersen JR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John M Andersen JR High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John M Andersen JR High School a charter school?
No, John M Andersen JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John M Andersen JR High School a Title I school?
No, John M Andersen JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (480) 883-5300
Resources & Links
District
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)- District Enrollment
- 42,832
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,085
- District Rank
- #44 of 44
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