Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Cactus 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 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cactus Middle School's student population of 750 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Make Excellence Happen
School Rankings
Cactus 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 Cactus Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1526 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cactus Middle School's ranking?
Cactus Middle School is ranked #1526 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Cactus Middle School often compared to?
Cactus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Villago Middle School, Eloy Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cactus Middle School?
750 students attend Cactus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cactus Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% 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 Cactus Middle School?
Cactus Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cactus Middle School offer ?
Cactus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cactus Middle School part of?
Cactus Middle School is part of CASA Grande Elementary District (4446).
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