Serving 407 students in grades 6-8, High Desert 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 22% (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 70% 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: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Desert Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
High Desert Middle School's student population of 407 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Desert 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 High Desert Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1636 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
30%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Desert Middle School's ranking?
High Desert Middle School is ranked #1636 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend High Desert Middle School?
407 students attend High Desert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of High Desert Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are American Indian, 30% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Desert Middle School?
High Desert Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does High Desert Middle School offer ?
High Desert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is High Desert Middle School part of?
High Desert Middle School is part of Globe Unified District (4208) School District.
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