What grades does Highland Jr High School serve?

As a Middle school, Highland Jr High School serves students in MESA, AZ. The school is administered by Gilbert Unified District (4239).

Where is Highland Jr High School located?

You can find Highland Jr High School in MESA, AZ.

What school district is Highland Jr High School in?

Gilbert Unified District (4239) is the school district for Highland Jr High School in MESA, AZ. The district oversees 38 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Jr High School?

At Highland Jr High School, there are approximately 16.8 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Gilbert Unified District (4239)?

Gilbert Unified District (4239) includes 38 schools serving students in MESA.

What schools are in MESA, AZ?

Highland Jr High School is among the schools serving MESA, AZ. The school is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).

What school district serves MESA, AZ?

The school district for MESA, AZ is Gilbert Unified District (4239). Highland Jr High School and other schools are part of this district.

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Highland Jr High School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|MESA, Arizona|Gilbert Unified District (4239)

MESA, AZ 85212

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

956

Student:Teacher

16.8:1

Locale

Urban

District

Gilbert Unified District (4239)

Phone

(480)632-4739

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

49%

68th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

51%

79th percentile in AZ

Chronic Absenteeism

12.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

223 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.4:1

Worse than average in AZ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,040

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

49.6

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,928

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,340

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,971

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 51%Local 40%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$446,248

-2.4% 1yr+27.6% 5yr

Phoenix, AZ metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.8%

Unemployment rate

11.0%

Uninsured residents

11.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,928

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,534

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,257 (28%)

Autism

634 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

552 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

480 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

159 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

106 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

961

Current enrollment

Declining(-25% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Jul 20, 2026

New Teachers Start

Staff Day

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Returning Teachers Start

Staff Day

Tue, Jul 28, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Grading Day 1/2 day K-12	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break No School	Break	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	School Resumes	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	1/2 Day K-12	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	End of Semester 1/2 day 7-12	exam	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Semester 1/2 day K-12	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break No School	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Resumes	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	1/2 Day K-12	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Grading Day 1/2 day K-12	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break Spring Holiday	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	School Resumes	Event	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	Early Release 1 hour	half_day	—