For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 501 students in 85344, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85344, AZ are Wallace Jr High School and Le Pera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle schools in zipcode 85344 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85344, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85344, AZ ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wallace Jr High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1320 W 18th St # 1090
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Grades: 6-8
| 297 students
Rank: #22.
Le Pera Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19121 Tahbo Rd
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 662-4306
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 662-4306
Grades: K-8
| 204 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85344, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85344, AZ include Wallace Jr High School and Le Pera Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85344?
2 public middle schools are located in 85344.
What is the racial composition of students in 85344?
85344 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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