Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Desert Shadows 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 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Shadows Middle School serves the eastern part of Nogales, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 14.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge being about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Shadows Middle School's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Shadows 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 Desert Shadows Middle School is 0.00, 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
#775 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
63%
39%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
89%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Desert Shadows Middle School's ranking?
Desert Shadows Middle School is ranked #775 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Shadows Middle School?
784 students attend Desert Shadows Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Desert Shadows Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Shadows Middle School?
Desert Shadows Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Shadows Middle School offer ?
Desert Shadows Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Shadows Middle School part of?
Desert Shadows Middle School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457).
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