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Doolen Middle School

Middle School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

2400 N COUNTRY CLUB RD, Tucson, AZ 85716

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,257 of 2,006

In Tucson

#147 of 257

public schools

In district

#51 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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5.7/10

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

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About Doolen Middle School

Doolen Middle School is a public middle school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Doolen Middle School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Doolen Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,257 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Doolen Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

86% of students at Doolen 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 Progress5.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism85.5%

Doolen Middle School — Students at Doolen Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.8% (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
36%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
26%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Doolen Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
85.5%

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

2400 N COUNTRY CLUB RD, Tucson, AZ 85716

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Doolen Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sam Hughes Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TUCSON (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John B Wright Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
VERITAS ACADEMY OF TUCSON Tucson 0.5 mi 6.4
Blenman Elementary School Tucson 0.6 mi 3.9
Southern Arizona Community Academy Tucson 0.6 mi 5.8
SACA Online Tucson 0.6 mi
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy Tucson 0.8 mi 6.7
Catalina High School Tucson 0.8 mi 5.2
AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club Tucson 1.0 mi 4.2
AmeriSchools Academy Online Instruction Tucson 1.0 mi
Cragin Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 6.8
NORTHMINSTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.1 mi
Academy Adventures Midtown Tucson 1.1 mi
Edge High School - Himmel Park Tucson 1.3 mi 3.9
SECOND STREET CHILDRENS SCHOOL Tucson 1.4 mi
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TUCSON Tucson 1.2 mi 8.5
BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson 1.4 mi 6.8
Sam Hughes Elementary Tucson 1.6 mi 9.3
SALPOINTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tucson 1.4 mi 5.4
Davidson Elementary School Tucson 1.6 mi 5.9
Presidio School Tucson 1.6 mi 6.8
John B Wright Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,009

Median Home Value

$300,900

Median Rent

$1,021/mo

Population

33,447

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

38.2%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Doolen Middle School

What grades does Doolen Middle School serve?

Doolen Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Doolen Middle School?

Doolen Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Doolen Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Doolen Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Doolen Middle School rank in AZ?

Doolen Middle School ranks #1,257 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Doolen Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Doolen Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Doolen Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Doolen Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Doolen Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Doolen Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
85.5%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#51 of 86

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