Serving 124 students in grades 7-8, Imagine East Mesa Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Imagine East Mesa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Imagine East Mesa Middle School's student population of 124 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Imagine East Mesa Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Imagine East Mesa Middle School is 0.62, which is less 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
#559 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
49%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imagine East Mesa Middle School's ranking?
Imagine East Mesa Middle School is ranked #559 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Imagine East Mesa Middle School?
124 students attend Imagine East Mesa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Imagine East Mesa Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Imagine East Mesa Middle School offer ?
Imagine East Mesa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Imagine East Mesa Middle School part of?
Imagine East Mesa Middle School is part of Imagine Middle At East Mesa Inc. (88369) School District.
In what neighborhood is Imagine East Mesa Middle School located?
Imagine East Mesa Middle School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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