Serving 756 students in grades 7-8, Mountain Sky Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Sky Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mountain Sky Middle School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
756 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Sky Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Sky Middle School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#994 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
2%
5%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
42%
47%
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Black
7%
6%
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White
42%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Mountain Sky Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Mountain Sky Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/4000/3569/mountain-sky-middle-school-chart-birdoa8.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
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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 #994 out of 1,956 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
756 students attend Mountain Sky Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mountain Sky Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Sky Middle School?
Mountain Sky Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to 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
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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