Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Sonoran Trails 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoran Trails Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sonoran Trails Middle School's student population of 639 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sonoran Trails Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoran Trails Middle School is 0.37, 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
#432 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
78%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoran Trails Middle School's ranking?
Sonoran Trails Middle School is ranked #432 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sonoran Trails Middle School often compared to?
Sonoran Trails Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinnacle Peak Preparatory, Copper Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoran Trails Middle School?
639 students attend Sonoran Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sonoran Trails Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonoran Trails Middle School?
Sonoran Trails Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoran Trails Middle School offer ?
Sonoran Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoran Trails Middle School part of?
Sonoran Trails Middle School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sonoran Trails Middle School located?
Sonoran Trails Middle School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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