Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Pistor 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 3% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pistor Middle School's student population of 629 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to empower students to become compassionate, responsible global citizens through rigorous academics, character education, and community engagement.
School Rankings
Pistor 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 Pistor Middle School is 0.32, 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
#1829 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
82%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Pistor Middle School's ranking?
Pistor Middle School is ranked #1829 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pistor Middle School often compared to?
Pistor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pistor Middle School?
629 students attend Pistor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pistor Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pistor Middle School?
Pistor Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pistor Middle School offer ?
Pistor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pistor Middle School part of?
Pistor Middle School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
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