Serving 817 students in grades 6-8, Mansfeld Middle Magnet 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 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School's student population of 817 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mansfeld Middle Magnet 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 Mansfeld Middle Magnet School is 0.51, 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
#1217 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
67%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mansfeld Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School is ranked #1217 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mansfeld Middle Magnet School?
817 students attend Mansfeld Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mansfeld Middle Magnet School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mansfeld Middle Magnet School?
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mansfeld Middle Magnet School offer ?
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mansfeld Middle Magnet School part of?
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mansfeld Middle Magnet School located?
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School is located in the Rincon Heights neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Rincon Heights.
School Reviews
5 11/10/2021
This school is excellent. The teachers are kind and devote their day to teaching us. Thank you Mansfeld Staff!
5 8/27/2020
It's a great school my kid is getting straight As.
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