Very Good
#655 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 33% in state
Red Mesa Junior High School
Middle School · Red Mesa Unified District (4159)
Hwy 160 Milepost 448, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
Enrollment
79
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
79
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#655 of 2,006
In Teec Nos Pos
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Red Mesa Unified District (4159)
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Red Mesa Junior High School
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About Red Mesa Junior High School
Red Mesa Junior High School is a public middle school in Teec Nos Pos, AZ, part of Red Mesa Unified District (4159). Red Mesa Junior High School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades 6th-8th. Red Mesa Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #655 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Red Mesa Junior High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Red Mesa Junior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Red Mesa Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Red Mesa 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.
Score Breakdown
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Red Mesa Junior High School — Students at Red Mesa Junior High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Red Mesa Junior High School Compares
See how Red Mesa Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
Hwy 160 Milepost 448, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Mesa Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Beclabito Day School (rated 8.2/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Shiprock), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Red Rock Day School (rated 8.0/10, 31.0 miles away, in nearby Red Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Aneth Community School (rated 7.9/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Montezuma Creek), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Teec Nos Pos, see our Teec Nos Pos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 32.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Red Mesa Elementary School Teec Nos Pos | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Red Mesa High School Teec Nos Pos | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| IMMANUEL MISSION SCHOOL Teec Nos Pos | 11.1 mi | 4.8 |
| T'iis Nazbas Community School Teec Nos Pos | 15.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Montezuma Creek School Montezuma Creek | 21.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Whitehorse High Montezuma Creek | 21.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Aneth Community School Montezuma Creek | 20.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Rock Point Community School Rock Point | 21.4 mi | — |
| NAVAJO MISSION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rock Point | 21.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Bluff School Bluff | 24.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Beclabito Day School Shiprock | 21.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Cove Day School Red Valley | 29.3 mi | — |
| Round Rock Elementary School Round Rock | 31.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Dennehotso Boarding School Dennehotso | 26.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Rock Day School Red Valley | 31.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Red Valley/Cove High School Teec Nos Pos | 32.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,722
Median Home Value
$70,700
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
2,762
College Educated
10.7%
Homeownership
67.8%
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
33.2
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| Mogollon Jr High School Heber, AZ | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Mesa Junior High School
What grades does Red Mesa Junior High School serve?
Red Mesa Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Red Mesa Junior High School?
Red Mesa Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
How does Red Mesa Junior High School rank in AZ?
Red Mesa Junior High School ranks #655 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Red Mesa Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Mesa Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Red Mesa Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Mesa Junior High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Red Mesa Junior High School a charter school?
No, Red Mesa Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Mesa Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Red Mesa Junior 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
- 79
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (928) 656-4137
Resources & Links
District
Red Mesa Unified District (4159)- District Enrollment
- 464
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,281
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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