Serving 437 students in grades 6-8, Imagine Desert West 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 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Imagine Desert West Middle School's student population of 437 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Character, Enriching Minds, Inspiring Leaders.
School Rankings
Imagine Desert West 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 Imagine Desert West Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1784 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
87%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
85%
39%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
86%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-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 Imagine Desert West Middle School's ranking?
Imagine Desert West Middle School is ranked #1784 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Imagine Desert West Middle School?
437 students attend Imagine Desert West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Imagine Desert West Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Imagine Desert West Middle School?
Imagine Desert West Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Imagine Desert West Middle School offer ?
Imagine Desert West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Imagine Desert West Middle School part of?
Imagine Desert West Middle School is part of Imagine Desert West Middle Inc. (89563) School District.
In what neighborhood is Imagine Desert West Middle School located?
Imagine Desert West Middle School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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