Serving 511 students in grades 5-8, Shea 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 19% (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 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shea Middle School's student population of 511 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shea 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 Shea Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1287 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shea Middle School's ranking?
Shea Middle School is ranked #1287 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?
19% 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 Shea Middle School?
511 students attend Shea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shea Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shea Middle School?
Shea Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shea Middle School offer ?
Shea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Shea Middle School part of?
Shea Middle School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
In what neighborhood is Shea Middle School located?
Shea Middle School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
School Reviews
4 4/14/2018
I got to shea middle school and I love it there is great students and the teachers are fantastic.
5 10/20/2015
Our grandson is attending Shea Middle School and enjoys it very much. However, he is having
some trouble in math and won't ask for help. How can we get him some help that he needs to
pass the class.
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