Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Rincon Vista Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rincon Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rincon Vista Middle School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Rincon Vista Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon Vista 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
#404 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Rincon Vista Middle School's ranking?
Rincon Vista Middle School is ranked #404 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rincon Vista Middle School often compared to?
Rincon Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Sky Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rincon Vista Middle School?
714 students attend Rincon Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rincon Vista Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rincon Vista Middle School?
Rincon Vista Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rincon Vista Middle School offer ?
Rincon Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rincon Vista Middle School part of?
Rincon Vista Middle School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rincon Vista Middle School located?
Rincon Vista Middle School is located in the Mesquite Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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