Serving 592 students in grades 5-8, Ashton Ranch 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 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashton Ranch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ashton Ranch Middle School's student population of 592 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashton Ranch Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashton Ranch Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#862 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
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 Ashton Ranch Middle School's ranking?
Ashton Ranch Middle School is ranked #862 out of 1,854 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ashton Ranch Middle School?
592 students attend Ashton Ranch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ashton Ranch Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashton Ranch Middle School?
Ashton Ranch Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashton Ranch Middle School offer ?
Ashton Ranch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ashton Ranch Middle School part of?
Ashton Ranch Middle School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
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