Middle Schools in Red Mesa Unified District

The Red Mesa Unified District in Arizona has only one middle school, Red Mesa Junior High School, which serves a predominantly Native American student population. The school faces significant academic challenges, with student performance lagging far behind state averages across multiple subject areas and grade levels.

Despite high per-student spending and a relatively low student-teacher ratio, Red Mesa Junior High School struggles to improve its academic outcomes. The school has a 3.3% dropout rate, which is higher than the state average, and a high percentage (58.23%) of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. The school's worsening statewide ranking over time suggests that the challenges facing the school may be persistent and difficult to overcome.

The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to improve outcomes for the students at Red Mesa Junior High School. While the school's small size and high poverty rate may contribute to its academic challenges, simply increasing funding does not appear to be the solution. Addressing the underlying issues and providing additional resources and support tailored to the specific needs of the school's student population will be crucial in driving meaningful improvements.