Very Good
#735 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 37% in state
Cimarron Springs Middle School
Elementary School · Dysart Unified District (4243)
17032 W SURPRISE FARMS LOOP S, Surprise, AZ 85388
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#735 of 2,006
In Surprise
#11 of 23
public schools
In district
#7 of 24
Dysart Unified District (4243)
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Cimarron Springs Middle School
Elementary School in Surprise · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cimarron Springs Middle School
Cimarron Springs Middle School is a public elementary school in Surprise, AZ, part of Dysart Unified District (4243). Cimarron Springs Middle School serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Cimarron Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #735 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Cimarron Springs Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Cimarron Springs 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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Cimarron Springs Middle School — Students at Cimarron Springs Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
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: 7.2/10.
How Cimarron Springs Middle School Compares
See how Cimarron Springs 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
17032 W SURPRISE FARMS LOOP S, Surprise, AZ 85388
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cimarron Springs Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canyon Ridge School (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paradise Honors Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Surprise, see our Surprise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canyon Ridge School Surprise | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Surprise Glendale | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| CROSS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary Surprise | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| West-MEC - Willow Canyon High School Surprise | 1.2 mi | — |
| Willow Canyon High School Surprise | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Western Peaks Elementary Surprise | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Paradise Honors High School Surprise | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| West-MEC Paradise Honors Surprise | 2.0 mi | — |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise Chandler | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Highland Prep Surprise | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Countryside Elementary School Surprise | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| West-MEC - Valley Vista High School Surprise | 2.3 mi | — |
| Valley Vista High School Surprise | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Kingswood Elementary School Surprise | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85388 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,131
Median Home Value
$420,000
Median Rent
$2,094/mo
Population
35,003
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cimarron Springs Middle School
What grades does Cimarron Springs Middle School serve?
Cimarron Springs Middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cimarron Springs Middle School?
Cimarron Springs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cimarron Springs Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cimarron Springs Middle School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cimarron Springs Middle School rank in AZ?
Cimarron Springs Middle School ranks #735 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cimarron Springs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cimarron Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cimarron Springs Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cimarron Springs Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cimarron Springs Middle School a charter school?
No, Cimarron Springs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cimarron Springs Middle School a Title I school?
No, Cimarron Springs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 569
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.3%
- Phone
- (623) 523-8600
Resources & Links
District
Dysart Unified District (4243)- District Enrollment
- 23,118
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,550
- District Rank
- #7 of 24
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