Below Average
#1805 of 2,006 schools in AZ
J. O. Combs Middle School
Elementary School · J O Combs Unified School District (4445)
301 E COMBS RD, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,805 of 2,006
In San Tan Valley
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
J O Combs Unified School District (4445)
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J. O. Combs Middle School
Elementary School in San Tan Valley · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Ellsworth Elementary School
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Combs Traditional Academy
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About J. O. Combs Middle School
J. O. Combs Middle School is a public elementary school in San Tan Valley, AZ, part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445).
J. O. Combs Middle School serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
J. O. Combs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,805 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for J. O. Combs Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at J. O. Combs 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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J. O. Combs Middle School — Students at J. O. Combs Middle School score 24% 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: 3.6/10.
How J. O. Combs Middle School Compares
See how J. O. Combs 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
301 E COMBS RD, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J. O. Combs Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Queen Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Happy Valley School East Campus (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Combs Traditional Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Tan Valley, see our San Tan Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,668
Median Home Value
$411,800
Median Rent
$1,883/mo
Population
51,078
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J. O. Combs Middle School
What grades does J. O. Combs Middle School serve?
J. O. Combs Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend J. O. Combs Middle School?
J. O. Combs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J. O. Combs Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at J. O. Combs Middle School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J. O. Combs Middle School rank in AZ?
J. O. Combs Middle School ranks #1,805 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is J. O. Combs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
J. O. Combs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 J. O. Combs Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J. O. Combs Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is J. O. Combs Middle School a charter school?
No, J. O. Combs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J. O. Combs Middle School a Title I school?
No, J. O. Combs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 596
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.8%
- Phone
- (480) 882-3510
Resources & Links
District
J O Combs Unified School District (4445)- District Enrollment
- 4,052
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,719
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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