Below Average
#1785 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Coatimundi Middle School
Middle School · Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458)
1374 W FRONTAGE RD, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,785 of 2,006
In Rio Rico
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458)
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About Coatimundi Middle School
Coatimundi Middle School is a public middle school in Rio Rico, AZ, part of Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458). Coatimundi Middle School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Coatimundi Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,785 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Coatimundi Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Coatimundi Middle School runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Coatimundi Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
61% of students at Coatimundi 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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Coatimundi Middle School — Students at Coatimundi Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
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: 2.7/10.
How Coatimundi Middle School Compares
See how Coatimundi 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
1374 W FRONTAGE RD, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coatimundi Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Desert Shadows Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wade Carpenter Middle School (rated 3.2/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Nogales), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rio Rico, see our Rio Rico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View School Rio Rico | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Rio Rico High School Rio Rico | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| San Cayetano Elementary School Rio Rico | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| GLOBAL SCHOOLS STARSEED AND URANTION CHILD & TEENS Rio Rico | 4.7 mi | — |
| Calabasas School Rio Rico | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales | 7.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School Nogales | 7.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School Nogales | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SONSHINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nogales | 10.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Nogales High School Nogales | 10.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Mexicayotl Charter School Nogales | 10.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School Tempe | 10.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Challenger Elementary School Nogales | 11.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Wade Carpenter Middle School Nogales | 11.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Mary L Welty Elementary School Nogales | 11.9 mi | 5.4 |
| A J Mitchell Elementary School Nogales | 12.0 mi | 4.2 |
| LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales | 11.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Colegio Petite Arizona Phoenix | 12.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Nogales | 12.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Pierson High School Nogales | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,672
Median Home Value
$213,100
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
21,844
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coatimundi Middle School
What grades does Coatimundi Middle School serve?
Coatimundi Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Coatimundi Middle School?
Coatimundi Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coatimundi Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coatimundi Middle School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coatimundi Middle School rank in AZ?
Coatimundi Middle School ranks #1,785 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Coatimundi Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coatimundi Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Coatimundi Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coatimundi Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Coatimundi Middle School a charter school?
No, Coatimundi Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coatimundi Middle School a Title I school?
No, Coatimundi Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.8%
- Phone
- (520) 375-8800
Resources & Links
District
Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458)- District Enrollment
- 3,621
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,639
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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