Serving 833 students in grades 5-8, Wigwam Creek Middle School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wigwam Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wigwam Creek Middle School's student population of 833 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
833 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wigwam Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wigwam Creek Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
53%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wigwam Creek Middle School's ranking?
Wigwam Creek Middle School is ranked #878 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wigwam Creek Middle School often compared to?
Wigwam Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Sky Middle School, L. Thomas Heck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wigwam Creek Middle School?
833 students attend Wigwam Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wigwam Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wigwam Creek Middle School?
Wigwam Creek Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wigwam Creek Middle School offer ?
Wigwam Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wigwam Creek Middle School part of?
Wigwam Creek Middle School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
In what neighborhood is Wigwam Creek Middle School located?
Wigwam Creek Middle School is located in the Wigwam Creek South neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Wigwam Creek South.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2015
I attended this school from 2010-2013, so I was in the same grade when my fellow students were caught with drugs and I was here for the threat that was issued onto the school by a past student. Despite us being on the news for these things, we were an average school for the rest of the school year. I truly miss WCMS because you gain so much knowledge and experience that will be treasured. Faculties are great, some teachers who greatly impacted your life will still root for you despite your flaws, and the curriculum is by far fun to learn. I hope you see that WCMS is an amazing middle school like I did.
5 1/18/2013
I know that the school sounds bad for our drugs and stuff, but its really not all that bad. The school has great teachers and staff and great grades. The school gives great opportunities and the kids here are awesome!!!!!
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