Serving 672 students in grades 7-8, Mountain Sky Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountain Sky Middle School's student population of 672 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Sky Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Sky Middle School is 0.64, 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
#952 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
35%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Sky Middle School's ranking?
Mountain Sky Middle School is ranked #952 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mountain Sky Middle School?
672 students attend Mountain Sky Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mountain Sky Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Sky Middle School?
Mountain Sky Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Sky Middle School offer ?
Mountain Sky Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Sky Middle School part of?
Mountain Sky Middle School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Mountain Sky Middle School located?
Mountain Sky Middle School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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