Best Apache Junction Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 998 students in Apache Junction, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Apache Junction, AZ are Imagine Superstition Middle School, Avalon Elementary School and Cactus Canyon Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Apache Junction, AZ public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Apache Junction have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Apache Junction, AZ (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Imagine Superstition Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1843 W 16th Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 355-0530
Gr: 6-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Avalon Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1045 S San Marcos Dr
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 671-4585
Gr: K-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Cactus Canyon Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
801 W Southern Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 677-7565
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Apache Junction, Arizona

Apache Junction, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1150 W Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 881-7114
Gr: K-8 | 53 students Minority enrollment: 40%
1045 South San Marcos
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 373-9575
Gr: K-8
10839 E. Apache Trail #113
Apache Junction, AZ 85220
(480) 373-9575
Gr: K-8 | 91 students Minority enrollment: 31%
5810 South Alameda Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85219
(480) 982-1110
Gr: PK-5
2122 South Goldfield Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85219
(480) 984-6311
Gr: 7-9 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 28%
1150 West Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ 85220
(480) 671-5673
Gr: K-8
2805 S. Ironwood Dr.
Apache Junction, AZ 85220
(480) 982-1110
Gr: K-8
550 South Ironwood
Apache Junction, AZ 85220
(480) 982-1110
Gr: PK
1575 W. Southern Ave.
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 982-1110
Gr: 7-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 31%
3700 East 16th Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85219
(480) 677-7550
Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Apache Junction, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Apache Junction, AZ include Imagine Superstition Middle School, Avalon Elementary School and Cactus Canyon Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Apache Junction?
3 public middle schools are located in Apache Junction.
What is the racial composition of students in Apache Junction?
Apache Junction public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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