Serving 56 students in grades 7-8, Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit)'s student population of 56 students has grown by 115% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) 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 Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) is 0.51, 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
#584 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
48%
Black
16%
6%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit)'s ranking?
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) is ranked #584 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit)?
56 students attend Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) offer ?
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) part of?
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) is part of Riverside Elementary District (4257) School District.
In what neighborhood is Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) located?
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit) is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2020
One of the most advanced school I have ever attended. If you want to be a medical doctor, this is the school to attend. MIT has robotics and coding that are awesome. I highly recommend this school.
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