Serving 614 students in grades 7-8, Desert Foothills 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 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Foothills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Desert Foothills Middle School's student population of 614 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Desert Foothills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Foothills Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1024 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
48%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Desert Foothills Middle School's ranking?
Desert Foothills Middle School is ranked #1024 out of 1,956 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Foothills Middle School?
614 students attend Desert Foothills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Desert Foothills Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Foothills Middle School?
Desert Foothills Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Foothills Middle School offer ?
Desert Foothills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Foothills Middle School part of?
Desert Foothills Middle School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Desert Foothills Middle School located?
Desert Foothills Middle School is located in the Patio Homes North neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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