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Imagine Camelback Middle

Middle School · Imagine Camelback Middle Inc. (89561)

5050 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015

Charter

Enrollment

170

Score

3.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,874 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#379 of 422

public schools

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Imagine Camelback Middle

3.7/10

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

Imagine Camelback Elementary

2.7/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.5/10

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About Imagine Camelback Middle

Imagine Camelback Middle is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Imagine Camelback Middle Inc. (89561). Imagine Camelback Middle serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 6th-8th. Imagine Camelback Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,874 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Imagine Camelback Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, Imagine Camelback Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Imagine Camelback Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

81% of students at Imagine Camelback Middle 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 Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$11,832
Chronic Absenteeism80.6%

Imagine Camelback Middle — Students at Imagine Camelback Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (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
22%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Imagine Camelback Middle Compares

See how Imagine Camelback Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Location

5050 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Imagine Camelback Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pensar Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Osborn Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Choice Learning Academy (rated 3.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Imagine Camelback Elementary Phoenix 0.0 mi 2.7
Midtown Primary School Phoenix 0.3 mi 5.5
Westwood Elementary School Phoenix 0.5 mi 2.7
AmeriSchools Academy - Camelback Phoenix 0.6 mi 3.6
Choice Learning Academy Phoenix 0.6 mi 3.8
Solano School Phoenix 0.7 mi 3.1
Empower College Prep Phoenix 0.6 mi 3.5
Empower College Prep High School Phoenix 0.6 mi 7.0
Osborn Middle School Phoenix 0.7 mi 4.5
Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.1
PHOENIX CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.3
VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.8
Alhambra Traditional School Phoenix 1.2 mi 8.7
Pensar Academy Litchfield Park 1.3 mi 7.1
Synergy Public School Phoenix 1.3 mi 2.3
Maryland Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.3
ST GREGORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.0
ST GREGORY SCHOOL Phoenix 1.5 mi 4.8
Clarendon School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.6
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Phoenix 1.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,585

Median Home Value

$312,600

Median Rent

$1,227/mo

Population

42,444

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

33.1%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

31.5

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Pima Junior High School Pima, AZ 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Imagine Camelback Middle

What grades does Imagine Camelback Middle serve?

Imagine Camelback Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Imagine Camelback Middle?

Imagine Camelback Middle has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

How does Imagine Camelback Middle rank in AZ?

Imagine Camelback Middle ranks #1,874 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Imagine Camelback Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Imagine Camelback Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Imagine Camelback Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Camelback Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Imagine Camelback Middle a charter school?

Yes, Imagine Camelback Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Imagine Camelback Middle a Title I school?

No, Imagine Camelback Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
170
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
80.6%

District

Imagine Camelback Middle Inc. (89561)
District Enrollment
170
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,832
District Rank
#1 of 1

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