Below Average
#1762 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Deer Valley Middle School
Middle School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
21100 N 27TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,762 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#348 of 422
public schools
In district
#41 of 41
Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Deer Valley Middle School
Deer Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Deer Valley Middle School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,762 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Valley Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Deer Valley Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
65% of students at Deer Valley 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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Deer Valley Middle School — Students at Deer Valley Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
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 Deer Valley Middle School Compares
See how Deer Valley 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
21100 N 27TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Desert Sage Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adams Traditional Academy (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West-MEC - Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix | 0.3 mi | — |
| Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Paseo Hills School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Jefferson Preparatory High School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Adams Traditional Academy Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| Park Meadows Elementary School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Northeast Campus Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Deer Valley Chandler | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Imagine Bell Canyon Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Imagine Online Academy of Arizona Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Vista Peak Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Hope High School Online Glendale | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Thrivepoint High School at Union Hills Glendale | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ARROWHEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Glendale | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Village Meadows Elementary School Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Sunrise Elementary School Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Desert Sage Elementary School Glendale | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,255
Median Home Value
$316,100
Median Rent
$1,488/mo
Population
38,986
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
36.3
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| Apollo Middle School Tucson, AZ | 4.2 |
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| Fees College Preparatory Middle School Tempe, AZ | 4.2 |
| Tortolita Middle School Tucson, AZ | 4.2 |
| Coolidge Jr. High School Coolidge, AZ | 4.3 |
| Sevilla Elementary School-West Campus Phoenix, AZ | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Valley Middle School
What grades does Deer Valley Middle School serve?
Deer Valley Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Deer Valley Middle School?
Deer Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Valley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Valley Middle School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Valley Middle School rank in AZ?
Deer Valley Middle School ranks #1,762 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Deer Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Deer Valley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Valley Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deer Valley Middle School a charter school?
No, Deer Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Valley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Deer Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.3%
- Phone
- (623) 445-3300
Resources & Links
District
Deer Valley Unified District (4246)- District Enrollment
- 32,837
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,940
- District Rank
- #41 of 41
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