Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sonoran Heights Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 48%
- Attendance Zone: Sonoran Heights Elementary serves the southern part of Surprise, AZ, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.6 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonoran Heights Middle School's student population of 560 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sonoran Heights Middle School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
38%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
44%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sonoran Heights Middle School often compared to?
Sonoran Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoran Heights Middle School?
560 students attend Sonoran Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sonoran Heights Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoran Heights Middle School?
Sonoran Heights Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoran Heights Middle School offer ?
Sonoran Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoran Heights Middle School part of?
Sonoran Heights Middle School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Sonoran Heights Middle School located?
Sonoran Heights Middle School is located in the Greer Ranch South neighborhood of Surprise, AZ.
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