Serving 520 students in grades 6-8, Valencia 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 4% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valencia Middle School's student population of 520 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We exist to offer positive, equitable, engaging, and high-quality instruction.
School Rankings
Valencia 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 Valencia Middle School is 0.34, 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
#1892 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
81%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
6%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia Middle School's ranking?
Valencia Middle School is ranked #1892 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Valencia Middle School often compared to?
Valencia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pistor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Valencia Middle School?
520 students attend Valencia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Valencia Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valencia Middle School?
Valencia Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valencia Middle School offer ?
Valencia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valencia Middle School part of?
Valencia Middle School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
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