Serving 555 students in grades 6-8, Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes 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 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes's student population of 555 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes 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 Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes is 0.10, 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
#1812 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
7%
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 Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes's ranking?
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes is ranked #1812 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes?
555 students attend Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes?
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes offer ?
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes part of?
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes is part of Isaac Elementary District (4259) School District.
In what neighborhood is Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes located?
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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