Serving 591 students in grades 6-8, Santa Maria 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 11% (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 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Maria Middle School's student population of 591 students has grown by 149% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Attitude + Attendance + Achievement = Success
School Rankings
Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1645 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
76%
49%
Black
15%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Maria Middle School's ranking?
Santa Maria Middle School is ranked #1645 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Santa Maria Middle School often compared to?
Santa Maria Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Valley Middle School, Fowler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% 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 Santa Maria Middle School?
591 students attend Santa Maria Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Santa Maria Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Maria Middle School?
Santa Maria Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Santa Maria Middle School offer ?
Santa Maria Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Maria Middle School part of?
Santa Maria Middle School is part of Fowler Elementary District (4273).
In what neighborhood is Santa Maria Middle School located?
Santa Maria Middle School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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