Serving 543 students in grades 5-8, Ashton Ranch Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashton Ranch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ashton Ranch Middle School's student population of 543 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashton Ranch 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 Ashton Ranch Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#994 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
47%
Black
11%
6%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashton Ranch Middle School's ranking?
Ashton Ranch Middle School is ranked #994 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ashton Ranch Middle School?
543 students attend Ashton Ranch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ashton Ranch Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashton Ranch Middle School?
Ashton Ranch Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashton Ranch Middle School offer ?
Ashton Ranch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ashton Ranch Middle School part of?
Ashton Ranch Middle School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashton Ranch Middle School located?
Ashton Ranch Middle School is located in the Ashton Ranch neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Ashton Ranch.
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