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#594 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 30% in state

Corona Foothills Middle School

Middle School · Vail Unified District (4413)

16705 S HOUGHTON RD, Corona De Tucson, AZ 85641

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#594 of 2,006

In Corona De Tucson

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#15 of 23

Vail Unified District (4413)

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Corona Foothills Middle School

7.4/10

Middle School in Corona De Tucson · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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8.5/10

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About Corona Foothills Middle School

Corona Foothills Middle School is a public middle school in Corona De Tucson, AZ, part of Vail Unified District (4413). Corona Foothills Middle School serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Corona Foothills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #594 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Corona Foothills Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Corona Foothills 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,071
Chronic Absenteeism35.9%

Corona Foothills Middle School — Students at Corona Foothills Middle School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
69%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Corona Foothills Middle School Compares

See how Corona Foothills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

16705 S HOUGHTON RD, Corona De Tucson, AZ 85641

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Corona Foothills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Old Vail Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Vail), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Desert Sky Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Tucson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Corona De Tucson, see our Corona De Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Sycamore Elementary School Corona De Tucson 0.1 mi 7.7
Copper Ridge Elementary Corona De Tucson 2.1 mi 8.5
Pantano High School Vail 4.4 mi 6.8
PCJTED - Andrada Polytechnic High School Tucson 4.5 mi
Andrada Polytechnic High School Vail 4.5 mi 7.2
Acacia Elementary School Vail 6.9 mi 7.6
Old Vail Middle School Vail 7.5 mi 6.8
Vail Inclusive Preschool Vail 7.7 mi 4.4
PCJTED - Cienega High School Tucson 7.7 mi
Cienega High School Vail 7.7 mi 7.9
Esmond Station School Tucson 8.9 mi 9.2
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary Vail 8.8 mi 9.4
CHRIST LUTHERAN VAIL EC AND EDU CREATION SCHOOL Vail 8.6 mi 6.8
Vail Blended Learning Tucson 9.3 mi 6.2
Vail Innovation Center Vail 9.3 mi 9.1
Empire High School Tucson 9.3 mi 8.2
Cottonwood Elementary School Vail 9.7 mi 8.2
Desert Willow Elementary School Tucson 10.4 mi 8.4
Desert Sky Middle School Tucson 10.6 mi 6.7
Vail Academy & High School Vail 10.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,647

Median Home Value

$372,500

Median Rent

$1,829/mo

Population

31,665

College Educated

45.9%

Homeownership

93.3%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Corona Foothills Middle School

What grades does Corona Foothills Middle School serve?

Corona Foothills Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Corona Foothills Middle School?

Corona Foothills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Corona Foothills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Corona Foothills Middle School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Corona Foothills Middle School rank in AZ?

Corona Foothills Middle School ranks #594 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Corona Foothills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Corona Foothills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Corona Foothills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Corona Foothills Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Corona Foothills Middle School a charter school?

No, Corona Foothills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Corona Foothills Middle School a Title I school?

No, Corona Foothills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.9%

District

Vail Unified District (4413)
District Enrollment
14,831
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,071
District Rank
#15 of 23

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