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4.5 avg / 10

Apache Junction Unified District (4443) School District

School District · Apache Junction, Arizona

Students: 2,710
Teachers (FTE): 142

Avg Rating

4.5

out of 10

Schools

5

3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,498

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.1:1

How this district compares

Arizona rank

#197 of 201

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-1.7

below Arizona avg

Per-pupil spending

$11,498

+$322 vs Arizona median

District size

2,710 students

Larger than Arizona median

About Apache Junction Unified District (4443)

Apache Junction Unified District (4443) is a Apache Junction, Arizona school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,710 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.1:1. The district invests $11,498 per student annually.

With an average rating of 4.5/10, Apache Junction Unified District (4443) demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Cactus Canyon Junior High, which has a composite score of 5.4/10.

In standardized testing, Apache Junction Unified District (4443) students show an average math proficiency of 22.5% and ELA proficiency of 26.7%.

The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Apache Junction Unified District (4443), colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 22.5%
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ELA Proficiency 26.7%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Apache Junction Unified District (4443) with test data.

District Details

State
Arizona
City
Apache Junction
Total Enrollment
2,710
Teachers (FTE)
142
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Apache Junction Unified District (4443)?

Apache Junction Unified District (4443) has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Apache Junction Unified District (4443)?

The average composite rating for Apache Junction Unified District (4443) is 4.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Apache Junction Unified District (4443)?

Apache Junction Unified District (4443) spends $11,498 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Apache Junction Unified District (4443)?

The average student-teacher ratio in Apache Junction Unified District (4443) is 19.1:1.

What is the top-rated school in Apache Junction Unified District (4443)?

Cactus Canyon Junior High is the highest-rated school in Apache Junction Unified District (4443) with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What are the test scores in Apache Junction Unified District (4443)?

Across schools in Apache Junction Unified District (4443) with test data, the average math proficiency is 22.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 26.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Apache Junction Unified District (4443) compare to other districts in Arizona?

Apache Junction Unified District (4443) has an average school rating of 4.5/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arizona by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
4.5/10
Math Proficiency
22.5%
ELA Proficiency
26.7%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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