Serving 810 students in grades 6-8, Estrella Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estrella Middle School's student population of 810 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Estrella Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1556 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
93%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella Middle School's ranking?
Estrella Middle School is ranked #1556 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella Middle School often compared to?
Estrella Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acclaim Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Estrella Middle School?
810 students attend Estrella Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Estrella Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estrella Middle School?
Estrella Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Middle School offer ?
Estrella Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Estrella Middle School part of?
Estrella Middle School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282) School District.
In what neighborhood is Estrella Middle School located?
Estrella Middle School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of Quarter 2
December 19, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Quarter 3
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
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