Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, Cooley 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 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cooley Middle School serves the northern part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cooley Middle School's student population of 795 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Rankings
Cooley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooley Middle School is 0.64, 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
#585 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
26%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
53%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooley Middle School's ranking?
Cooley Middle School is ranked #585 out of 1,921 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cooley Middle School?
795 students attend Cooley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cooley Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooley Middle School?
Cooley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cooley Middle School offer ?
Cooley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cooley Middle School part of?
Cooley Middle School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
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