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#1342 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Challenger Middle School
Elementary School · Glendale Elementary District (4271)
6905 W MARYLAND AVE, Glendale, AZ 85303
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,342 of 2,006
In Glendale
#45 of 82
public schools
In district
#5 of 14
Glendale Elementary District (4271)
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Challenger Middle School
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About Challenger Middle School
Challenger Middle School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Glendale Elementary District (4271). Challenger Middle School serves approximately 880 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Challenger Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,342 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Challenger Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
71% of students at Challenger Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Challenger Middle School — Students at Challenger Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Challenger Middle School Compares
See how Challenger Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6905 W MARYLAND AVE, Glendale, AZ 85303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Challenger Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glendale Elementary Online (G.E.O.) Learning (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunset Vista (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Desert Garden Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Garden Elementary School Glendale | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| West-MEC - Independence High School Glendale | 0.7 mi | — |
| Independence High School Glendale | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Don Mensendick School Glendale | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Harold W Smith School Glendale | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Desert Spirit Glendale | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| William C Jack School Glendale | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Bicentennial South School Glendale | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| West-MEC - Glendale High School Glendale | 1.1 mi | — |
| Discovery School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Glendale High School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Sunset Vista Glendale | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Academy of Math and Science Camelback Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Camelback Academy Glendale | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Crown Point High School Glendale | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Glendale Landmark School Glendale | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Glendale Elementary Online (G.E.O.) Learning Glendale | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Desert Sands Academy of Mass Communication & Journalism Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Holiday Park School Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Heatherbrae School Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,077
Median Home Value
$286,800
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
34,769
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
30.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Challenger Middle School
What grades does Challenger Middle School serve?
Challenger Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Challenger Middle School?
Challenger Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 880 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Challenger Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Challenger Middle School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Challenger Middle School rank in AZ?
Challenger Middle School ranks #1,342 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Challenger Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Challenger Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Challenger Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Challenger Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Challenger Middle School a charter school?
No, Challenger Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Challenger Middle School a Title I school?
No, Challenger Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 880
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.9%
- Phone
- (623) 237-4011
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Elementary District (4271)- District Enrollment
- 8,858
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,795
- District Rank
- #5 of 14
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