Average
#837 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 42% in state
Imagine Surprise Middle
Middle School · Imagine Middle at Surprise Inc. (88372)
18052 N BLACK CANYON HWY, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Enrollment
268
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
268
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#837 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#148 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Imagine Surprise Middle
Middle School in Phoenix · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imagine Surprise Middle
Imagine Surprise Middle is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Imagine Middle at Surprise Inc. (88372). Imagine Surprise Middle serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades 6th-8th. Imagine Surprise Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #837 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Imagine Surprise Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Imagine Surprise 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.
38% of students at Imagine Surprise 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
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Imagine Surprise Middle — Students at Imagine Surprise Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 7.2/10.
How Imagine Surprise Middle Compares
See how Imagine Surprise Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
18052 N BLACK CANYON HWY, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagine Surprise Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Freedom Traditional Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Prep (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imagine Rosefield (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Highland Prep Surprise | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Countryside Elementary School Surprise | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| West-MEC - Valley Vista High School Surprise | 0.7 mi | — |
| Valley Vista High School Surprise | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Freedom Traditional Academy Surprise | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Ashton Ranch Middle School Surprise | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Surprise Glendale | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Marley Park Elementary Surprise | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Kingswood Elementary School Surprise | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Surprise Surprise | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Cimarron Springs Middle School Surprise | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sonoran Heights Middle School Surprise | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Imagine Rosefield Surprise | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Rancho Gabriela Surprise | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Canyon Ridge School Surprise | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise Chandler | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,870
Median Home Value
$329,500
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
29,719
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
36.8
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| Benson Middle School Benson, AZ | 6.7 |
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| Kingman Academy of Learning - Middle School Kingman, AZ | 6.4 |
| Fountain Hills Middle School Fountain Hls, AZ | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagine Surprise Middle
What grades does Imagine Surprise Middle serve?
Imagine Surprise Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Imagine Surprise Middle?
Imagine Surprise Middle has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
How does Imagine Surprise Middle rank in AZ?
Imagine Surprise Middle ranks #837 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Imagine Surprise Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Imagine Surprise Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Surprise Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Surprise Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Imagine Surprise Middle a charter school?
Yes, Imagine Surprise Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Imagine Surprise Middle a Title I school?
No, Imagine Surprise Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 268
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (623) 344-1770
Resources & Links
District
Imagine Middle at Surprise Inc. (88372)- District Enrollment
- 268
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,125
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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