Serving 590 students in grades 6-8, Challenger 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 5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Challenger Middle School serves the southwest part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 58.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 4.9 miles and the furthest edge located 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Challenger Middle School's student population of 590 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Challenger 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 Challenger Middle School is 0.26, 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
#1867 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenger Middle School's ranking?
Challenger Middle School is ranked #1867 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Challenger Middle School?
590 students attend Challenger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Challenger Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challenger Middle School?
Challenger Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challenger Middle School offer ?
Challenger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Challenger Middle School part of?
Challenger Middle School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407).
In what neighborhood is Challenger Middle School located?
Challenger Middle School is located in the Barrio Nopal neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Barrio Nopal.
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