Midtown Primary School in Phoenix, AZ, serves 107 students in grades K–5 with a student–teacher ratio currently not reported, and 71% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, which reflects a stable high socioeconomic need over recent years.
Math proficiency is between 20–29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%, showing a decline from 40–49% proficiency in earlier years.
Reading proficiency is also 20–29%, below the state average of 40%, and has decreased from a previous range of 40–49% over recent years.
The school's overall ranking declined from #379 in 2014 to #1236 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
Minority enrollment is high at 92%, with Hispanic students comprising the largest group (66 of 107), consistent with the school's status as one of the most diverse schools in the state.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midtown Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Midtown Primary School's student population of 107 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Mascot
Dragons
School Rankings
Midtown Primary 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 Midtown Primary School is 0.59, 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
#1236 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
62%
48%
Black
13%
6%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midtown Primary School's ranking?
Midtown Primary School is ranked #1236 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Midtown Primary School?
107 students attend Midtown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Midtown Primary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Midtown Primary School offer ?
Midtown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midtown Primary School part of?
Midtown Primary School is part of Midtown Primary School (79994) School District.
In what neighborhood is Midtown Primary School located?
Midtown Primary School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
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