Altar Valley Middle School

Altar Valley Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural outskirts of Tucson, Arizona. Serving students from fifth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 169 students and employs 12 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1. The academic performance at Altar Valley Middle School is currently rated at 5.7 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing it around the 55th percentile among Arizona schools.

In terms of proficiency levels, 25% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, and 19% are proficient or above in Math. While the school's academic scores indicate room for growth, Altar Valley Middle School remains a key educational resource for its rural community. The setting offers a close-knit environment where teachers can provide individualized attention to each student.

With its focus on fostering development in a supportive rural area, Altar Valley Middle School plays an important role in the local education landscape.

With an enrollment of 169 students, Altar Valley Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Altar Valley Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.