Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Ray Borane 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 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ray Borane Middle School serves the west part of Douglas, AZ, covering an area of approximately 31.8 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray Borane Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Bulldog, Always a Bulldog!
School Rankings
Ray Borane 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 Ray Borane Middle School is 0.02, 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
#1722 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
99%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray Borane Middle School's ranking?
Ray Borane Middle School is ranked #1722 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ray Borane Middle School?
361 students attend Ray Borane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ray Borane Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray Borane Middle School?
Ray Borane Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ray Borane Middle School offer ?
Ray Borane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ray Borane Middle School part of?
Ray Borane Middle School is part of Douglas Unified District (4174).
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