Poston Jr. High Recognized as a 2011 NCEA Higher Performing School

 The National Center for Educational Achievement (NCEA), a department of ACT, Inc., recognized Poston Jr. High School as a 2011 NCEA Higher Performing School. Poston received Higher Performing (HP) recognition in the following areas:

• Math
• Science

The Higher Performing Schools (formerly known as Just for the Kids Schools) are identified by two measures: consistent improvement in student achievement from previous years (growth) and/or absolute student achievement using the school's exceeds performance results on the spring 2010 Arizona AIMS (Arizona's Instrument to Measure Standards). NCEA's higher performing methodology controls for school and student demographics to allow for an apples-to-apples comparison of school achievement and to demonstrate that with the commitment of educators, all schools can have success no matter the zip code. NCEA provided award certificates to each Higher Performing School and the district.

The mission of Poston Junior High School's staff is to work with parents to help each student acquire the attitudes and academic, creative, personal, physical, and technological skills necessary to contribute and adapt within a constantly changing, global society. 

Poston proudly reflects the Mesa Public Schools' Vision:  "Unprecedented Excellence in Education"

Poston’s formula for success is based upon a foundation of solid family values and a staff of dedicated and highly qualified professional educators. The product of this powerful formula has resulted in a long-standing tradition of vigorous student achievement.

 "North Central Accredited CASI School"
"National Title I Distinguished School"

"2011 NCEA Higher Performing School"

Principal:  Allen Flax

 Team Leader (7th Grade)/Athletic Director:  Roxanne Perrin

Team Leader (8th Grade)/Activities Director:  Michael Rapier