Serving 283 students in grades 6-8, Magee 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 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magee Middle School serves the northeast part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 32.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magee Middle School's student population of 283 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magee 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 Magee Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1352 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
49%
Black
11%
6%
White
31%
33%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)92.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magee Middle School's ranking?
Magee Middle School is ranked #1352 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Magee Middle School often compared to?
Magee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emily Gray Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Magee Middle School?
283 students attend Magee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Magee Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magee Middle School?
Magee Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magee Middle School offer ?
Magee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magee Middle School part of?
Magee Middle School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Magee Middle School located?
Magee Middle School is located in the Carriage Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Carriage Park.
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