Serving 222 students in grades 6-8, Wakefield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Wakefield Middle School's student population of 222 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakefield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakefield Middle School is 0.33, 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
#886 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
81%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Wakefield Middle School's ranking?
Wakefield Middle School is ranked #886 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wakefield Middle School?
222 students attend Wakefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wakefield Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield Middle School?
Wakefield Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wakefield Middle School offer ?
Wakefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wakefield Middle School part of?
Wakefield Middle School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Wakefield Middle School located?
Wakefield Middle School is located in the Wakefield neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Wakefield.
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