Serving 303 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 67% 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: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Magee Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
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 0.70, 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
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
42%
48%
Black
13%
6%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
303 students attend Magee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Magee Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
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) School District.
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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