Serving 159 students in grades 5-8, Altar Valley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Altar Valley Middle School serves the entire district in Tucson, AZ, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 517.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest boundary located 26.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altar Valley Middle School's student population of 159 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing a learning environment that challenges every student to achieve excellence.
School Rankings
Altar Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altar Valley Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1190 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
25%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altar Valley Middle School's ranking?
Altar Valley Middle School is ranked #1190 out of 1,921 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Altar Valley Middle School?
159 students attend Altar Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Altar Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altar Valley Middle School?
Altar Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Altar Valley Middle School offer ?
Altar Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altar Valley Middle School part of?
Altar Valley Middle School is part of Altar Valley Elementary District (4418).
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