Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Challenger 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Challenger Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Challenger 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 Challenger Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1895 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenger Middle School's ranking?
Challenger Middle School is ranked #1895 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Challenger Middle School?
595 students attend Challenger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Challenger Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Challenger Middle School?
Challenger Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challenger Middle School offer ?
Challenger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Challenger Middle School part of?
Challenger Middle School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407) School District.
In what neighborhood is Challenger Middle School located?
Challenger Middle School is located in the Barrio Nopal neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Barrio Nopal.
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