Serving 984 students in grades 6-8, Connolly 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 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connolly Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Connolly Middle School's student population of 984 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Connolly 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 Connolly Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1142 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
47%
Black
15%
6%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connolly Middle School's ranking?
Connolly Middle School is ranked #1142 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Connolly Middle School often compared to?
Connolly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fees College Preparatory Middle School, Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School, Mckemy Academy Of International Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Connolly Middle School?
984 students attend Connolly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Connolly Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Connolly Middle School?
Connolly Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Connolly Middle School offer ?
Connolly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Connolly Middle School part of?
Connolly Middle School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
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