Serving 621 students in grades 7-8, Desert Foothills 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 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Foothills Middle School serves the northwest part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Foothills Middle School's student population of 621 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Scorpions
School Rankings
Desert Foothills 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 Desert Foothills 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
#1049 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
50%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
33%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Foothills Middle School's ranking?
Desert Foothills Middle School is ranked #1049 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Foothills Middle School?
621 students attend Desert Foothills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Desert Foothills Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Foothills Middle School?
Desert Foothills Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Foothills Middle School offer ?
Desert Foothills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Foothills Middle School part of?
Desert Foothills Middle School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Desert Foothills Middle School located?
Desert Foothills Middle School is located in the Patio Homes North neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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