Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Estrella 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estrella Middle School's student population of 693 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estrella 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 Estrella Middle School is 0.12, 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
#1408 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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 Estrella Middle School's ranking?
Estrella Middle School is ranked #1408 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella Middle School often compared to?
Estrella Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acclaim Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Estrella Middle School?
693 students attend Estrella Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Estrella Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estrella Middle School?
Estrella Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Middle School offer ?
Estrella Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estrella Middle School part of?
Estrella Middle School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282) School District.
In what neighborhood is Estrella Middle School located?
Estrella Middle School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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