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Show Low Junior High School

Middle School · Show Low Unified District (4393)

500 W OLD LINDEN RD, Show Low, AZ 85901

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,163 of 2,006

In Show Low

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Show Low Unified District (4393)

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Show Low Junior High School

5.9/10

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

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About Show Low Junior High School

Show Low Junior High School is a public middle school in Show Low, AZ, part of Show Low Unified District (4393). Show Low Junior High School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Show Low Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,163 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Show Low Junior High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Show Low 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.

36% of students at Show Low 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 Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,990
Chronic Absenteeism36%

Show Low Junior High School — Students at Show Low Junior High School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
58%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
40%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Show Low Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.0%

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

500 W OLD LINDEN RD, Show Low, AZ 85901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Show Low Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Taylor Intermediate School (rated 7.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Snowflake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blue Ridge Jr High School (rated 6.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Lakeside), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Show Low, see our Show Low schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
WMI ON LINE Show Low 0.1 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 0.1 mi
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 0.2 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 0.2 mi 8.2
White Mountain Institute Show Low 0.2 mi 7.0
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 0.3 mi 4.5
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake 1.1 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 1.0 mi 6.9
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low 1.5 mi 6.4
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low 3.4 mi 5.6
MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low 4.9 mi 5.5
Sequoia Village School Show Low 4.5 mi 4.0
Linden Elementary School Show Low 5.4 mi 6.9
Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside 7.5 mi 4.8
Blue Ridge High School Lakeside 8.8 mi 6.5
Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside 8.8 mi 6.1
Taylor Elementary School Snowflake 14.4 mi 7.4
Taylor Intermediate School Snowflake 14.8 mi 7.9
George Washington Academy Mesa 15.6 mi 8.0
Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor 15.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,313

Median Home Value

$256,300

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

18,821

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

49.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Show Low Junior High School

What grades does Show Low Junior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Show Low Junior High School?

Show Low Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Show Low Junior High School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Show Low Junior High School rank in AZ?

Show Low Junior High School ranks #1,163 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Show Low Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Show Low Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Show Low Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Show Low Junior High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Show Low Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Show Low Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.0%

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