R PETE WOODARD JR HIGH SCHOOL

R Pete Woodard Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Yuma Elementary District (4499) school district, located in Yuma, AZ with about 672 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, R Pete Woodard Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

R. Pete Woodard Junior High School is a public middle school located in Yuma, Arizona, serving students within the Crane Elementary School District. As a key educational institution in the area, the school focuses on providing a structured learning environment designed to help early adolescents bridge the gap between elementary education and high school. The curriculum typically emphasizes core academic subjects—such as math, science, English, and social studies—while often offering various elective opportunities to foster student interests and personal growth.

Beyond academics, R. Pete Woodard Junior High is committed to the social and emotional development of its student body. The school environment generally encourages student participation in extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs, which are intended to promote school spirit, teamwork, and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and positive behavioral standards, the school aims to prepare its students to be responsible and successful members of the Yuma community as they move forward into their high school careers.

For more information, contact R Pete Woodard Jr High School at (928) 502-4352 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.