Serving 600 students in grades 5-8, Verrado Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verrado Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Verrado Middle School's student population of 600 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Verrado Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verrado Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verrado Middle School's ranking?
Verrado Middle School is ranked #467 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Verrado Middle School?
600 students attend Verrado Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Verrado Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verrado Middle School?
Verrado Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verrado Middle School offer ?
Verrado Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Verrado Middle School part of?
Verrado Middle School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 4/14/2023
great school.
5 7/23/2011
There is a schism between the performance and atmosphere of this school. Although you cant argue with the performance, you may ask attending children about how they feel about continuing to attend this school. There is a significant segregation between students that are accepted, and those that feel bullied. There are also predominantly newer/younger teachers that do not fit the conventional mold in appearance,actions, or attitudes. This is a great facility in a very good district, but has issues to overcome.
2 1/27/2010
Hi, I attended Verrado Middle School for about a month after I relized that the academics that I was learning were way behind. I am in 7 grade honors and I still feel behind in what I am learning. I feel that the math teachers are not really that observant of where their students are. If your child has gone to a private/christian school before I would not recommend this school just because they WILL become behind in their academics. The teachers and staff overall there are very nice and observant. The students have a lot of secretive things going on that most of the teachers fail to see. Once again I am on 7 grade honors. I am convincing my parents to send me back to my previous private school only becuase I absolutley love the enviroment there and I do not feel like I am becoming dumber by the second.
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