Isaac Middle School

3402 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 487 students in grades 6-8, Isaac 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 487 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Isaac Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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School Overview

Isaac Middle School's student population of 487 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Isaac Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isaac Middle School is 0.12, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1919 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
7%
35%
11%
40%
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Isaac Middle School's ranking?
Isaac Middle School is ranked #1919 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Isaac Middle School often compared to?
Isaac Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Isaac Middle School?
487 students attend Isaac Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Isaac Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isaac Middle School?
Isaac Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Isaac Middle School offer ?
Isaac Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isaac Middle School part of?
Isaac Middle School is part of Isaac Elementary District (4259) School District.
In what neighborhood is Isaac Middle School located?
Isaac 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 487 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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