Serving 903 students in grades 6-8, Maricopa Wells 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 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maricopa Wells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Maricopa Wells Middle School's student population of 903 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maricopa Wells 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 Maricopa Wells Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1309 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
47%
48%
Black
17%
6%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Maricopa Wells Middle School's ranking?
Maricopa Wells Middle School is ranked #1309 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Maricopa Wells Middle School often compared to?
Maricopa Wells Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Wind Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Maricopa Wells Middle School?
903 students attend Maricopa Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Maricopa Wells Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maricopa Wells Middle School?
Maricopa Wells Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maricopa Wells Middle School offer ?
Maricopa Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maricopa Wells Middle School part of?
Maricopa Wells Middle School is part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441).
School Reviews
5 1/6/2023
I love this school. It is my favorite.
3 8/26/2019
Most of the students and teachers I've had throughout my life in Maricopa wells are bad, not friendly and mostly bullies. When I study there I got bully easily. Most of the students start fights. Their education always is low because the students are not good at their academics. The teachers I had there are horrible there not evenly very nice to me. When I got bullied they didn't do anything to suspend them, they would get always from them. The teacher treated me very badly and very mean.
5 6/30/2018
This is the best school I have went to so far.Teachers are so nice.
5 6/30/2018
This school is so nice .everyone is so nice
4 9/9/2017
I love the school! I am a student in 8th grade. I have been at maricopa wells for three years now. The only problem I have with it is that during lunch people love to cut you in line, and blast inapropriate music, and the schedule which changed from the years in the past. Other wise it's an amazing school. And if your child has anxiety about school put the child in 20+1. I have been in 20+1 since 6th grade. It helps a lot with anxiety. 20+1 is my home away from home. My family. I trust them, and we work together. It helps with the stress of school
1 2/25/2017
Terrible school. Fights every day and students that are allowed to get away with bullying, disrespecting, and fighting. Classroom environments are chaotic which has takes away from those who WANT to learn. My daughter has anxiety every day at this school. Can't wait to take her out. Teachers do not communicate or answer emails (their preferred way to communicate)
5 11/20/2014
I really like this school ! Ive been here for three years and have always enjoyed it. From our dances to our classes, its overall a fun school. Being that it is an outdoor campus it gives us a certain feel of freedom which is something all schools should have. And if a student is getting bad grades you cant blame it on the school , its all in then studnent . You cant help a studnet that doesnt want help right?Ultimately loooove this school. Come check it out :)
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