Serving 606 students in grades 6-8, Gridley 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gridley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gridley Middle School's student population of 606 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gridley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gridley Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1204 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gridley Middle School's ranking?
Gridley Middle School is ranked #1204 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gridley Middle School often compared to?
Gridley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Secrist Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gridley Middle School?
606 students attend Gridley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gridley Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gridley Middle School?
Gridley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gridley Middle School offer ?
Gridley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gridley Middle School part of?
Gridley Middle School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gridley Middle School located?
Gridley Middle School is located in the Halcyon Acres neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Halcyon Acres.
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