SOUTH VALLEY JR. HIGH SCHOOL
South Valley Jr. High is a public middle school that is part of the Gilbert Unified District (4239) school district, located in Gilbert, AZ with about 1,006 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 51 teachers, South Valley Jr. High has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
South Valley Junior High, located in Gilbert, Arizona, is a prominent middle school within the Gilbert Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 7 and 8, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development characteristic of the junior high years. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, supplemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and elective programs that encourage student engagement and personal growth.
The school prides itself on being a hub for the local community, emphasizing strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. By focusing on core values such as integrity, responsibility, and academic excellence, South Valley Junior High aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where students feel challenged and empowered. Through its dedicated faculty and diverse set of learning opportunities, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared to succeed in an increasingly complex world.
For more information, contact South Valley Jr. High at (480) 497-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 497-3300
SOUTH VALLEY JR. HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Gilbert, AZ with about 1,006 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Gilbert Unified District (4239)
- Total Students:
- 1,006
- Teachers:
- 51.87
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,006 students
- White
- 67.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.4%
- Black or African American
- 4.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 3.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.