Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, Show Low Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Show Low Junior High School's student population of 564 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Show Low Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Show Low Junior High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Show Low Junior High School's ranking?
Show Low Junior High School is ranked #929 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Show Low Junior High School often compared to?
Show Low Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whipple Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Show Low Junior High School?
564 students attend Show Low Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Show Low Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Show Low Junior High School?
Show Low Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Show Low Junior High School offer ?
Show Low Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Show Low Junior High School part of?
Show Low Junior High School is part of Show Low Unified District (4393) School District.
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