Serving 810 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cimarron Springs Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cimarron Springs Elementary serves a central area in Surprise, AZ, covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cimarron Springs Middle School's student population of 810 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Cimarron Springs Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cimarron Springs Middle School is 0.65, 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
#568 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Cimarron Springs Middle School's ranking?
Cimarron Springs Middle School is ranked #568 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Cimarron Springs Middle School often compared to?
Cimarron Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marley Park Elementary School, Thompson Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cimarron Springs Middle School?
810 students attend Cimarron Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cimarron Springs Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cimarron Springs Middle School?
Cimarron Springs Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cimarron Springs Middle School offer ?
Cimarron Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cimarron Springs Middle School part of?
Cimarron Springs Middle School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Cimarron Springs Middle School located?
Cimarron Springs Middle School is located in the Surprise Farms neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Surprise Farms.
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