Serving 681 students in grades 5-8, Cholla Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cholla Middle School's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cholla 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 Cholla Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1064 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
57%
49%
Black
11%
6%
White
22%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cholla Middle School's ranking?
Cholla Middle School is ranked #1064 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cholla Middle School?
681 students attend Cholla Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cholla Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cholla Middle School?
Cholla Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cholla Middle School offer ?
Cholla Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cholla Middle School part of?
Cholla Middle School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Cholla Middle School located?
Cholla Middle School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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