Very Good
#695 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 35% in state
Fountain Hills Middle School
Middle School · Fountain Hills Unified District (4247)
16000 E PALISADES BLVD, Fountain Hls, AZ 85268
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#695 of 2,006
In Fountain Hls
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Fountain Hills Unified District (4247)
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Fountain Hills Middle School
Fountain Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Fountain Hls, AZ, part of Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). Fountain Hills Middle School serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fountain Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #695 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Fountain Hills Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Fountain Hills 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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Fountain Hills Middle School — Students at Fountain Hills Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
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: 6.1/10.
How Fountain Hills Middle School Compares
See how Fountain Hills 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
16000 E PALISADES BLVD, Fountain Hls, AZ 85268
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fountain Hills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Desert Canyon Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program (rated 7.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mountainside Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fountain Hls, see our Fountain Hls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85268 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,288
Median Home Value
$576,700
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
23,895
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
60.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fountain Hills Middle School
What grades does Fountain Hills Middle School serve?
Fountain Hills Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Fountain Hills Middle School?
Fountain Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fountain Hills Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fountain Hills Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fountain Hills Middle School rank in AZ?
Fountain Hills Middle School ranks #695 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Fountain Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fountain Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Fountain Hills Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fountain Hills Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fountain Hills Middle School a charter school?
No, Fountain Hills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fountain Hills Middle School a Title I school?
No, Fountain Hills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.5%
- Phone
- (480) 664-5420
Resources & Links
District
Fountain Hills Unified District (4247)- District Enrollment
- 1,153
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,403
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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