At a glance
Reported students
760
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
38.82
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–09
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Utah middle enrollment
40th percentile
Compared with 144 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
702.5
Joel P. Jensen Middle: 760 reported students.
State peer staffing position
26th percentile
19.6:1 reported; state peer median 22.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 820
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42.84
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.1:1
What the reported data says about Joel P. Jensen Middle
Joel P. Jensen Middle is a public middle school serving grades 07–09 in West Jordan. It is one of 70 current school records connected to Jordan District. NCES reports 760 students for 2024–25.
Among 144 middle schools in Utah with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 860 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 40th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.6:1, below the Utah median of 22.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (43.4%) and White (43.3%). English learners represent 27.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Joel P. Jensen Middle
- 1How do the reported 19.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 38.82 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 27.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 49.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.33
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White43.3%
- Hispanic43.4%
- Black1.6%
- Asian2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander4.2%
- Multiracial4.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Jordan District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hidden Valley Middle
Middle · Grades 07–09
935 reported students
Juniper
Middle · Grades 04–06
544 reported students
West Jordan Middle
Middle · Grades 07–09
1,000 reported students
Copper Mountain Middle
Middle · Grades 07–09
1,093 reported students
Elk Ridge Middle
Middle · Grades 07–09
1,151 reported students
West Hills Middle
Middle · Grades 07–09
1,169 reported students
Public schools near Joel P. Jensen Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Jordan Middle Middle · Jordan District | 07–09 | 1,000 | 1.4 mi |
| Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle Middle · Jordan District | 07–08 | 132 | 1.6 mi |
| Elk Ridge Middle Middle · Jordan District | 07–09 | 1,151 | 2.3 mi |
| Bennion Jr High Middle · Granite District | 06–09 | 1,022 | 2.6 mi |
| South Jordan Middle Middle · Jordan District | 07–09 | 1,182 | 2.8 mi |
| West Hills Middle Middle · Jordan District | 07–09 | 1,169 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Joel P. Jensen Middle
What grades does Joel P. Jensen Middle serve?
Joel P. Jensen Middle reports grades 07–09 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Jordan District.
How many students attend Joel P. Jensen Middle?
Joel P. Jensen Middle reported 760 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 40th percentile among 144 Utah middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 820 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Joel P. Jensen Middle?
The calculated ratio is 19.6:1, based on 760 students and 38.82 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Utah median for the same school level is 22.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Joel P. Jensen Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
Joel P. Jensen Middle is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Joel P. Jensen Middle students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
49.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Joel P. Jensen Middle in?
Joel P. Jensen Middle is part of Jordan District, based in West Jordan, UT, which operates 70 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Joel P. Jensen Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Jordan Middle (1.4 mi), Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle (1.6 mi), Elk Ridge Middle (2.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.