Below Average
#1659 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Magee Middle School
Middle School · Tucson Unified District (4403)
8300 E SPEEDWAY BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85710
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,659 of 2,006
In Tucson
#208 of 257
public schools
In district
#72 of 86
Tucson Unified District (4403)
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Magee Middle School
Magee Middle School is a public middle school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Magee Middle School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Magee Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,659 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Magee Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
87% of students at Magee 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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Magee Middle School — Students at Magee Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
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: 2.6/10.
How Magee Middle School Compares
See how Magee 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
8300 E SPEEDWAY BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Magee Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Da Vinci Tree Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gale Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bloom Elementary Tucson | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVERY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PCJTED - Sahuaro High School Tucson | 0.6 mi | — |
| Sahuaro High School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| TIA East Tucson | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Eastpointe High School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson | 0.9 mi | — |
| Anna Henry Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Academy of Tucson Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Tucson Country Day School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY Tucson | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS PK12 Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| TANQUE VERDE LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tucson | 1.7 mi | — |
| Online School of Arizona Scottsdale | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Gale Elementary School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Da Vinci Tree Academy Tucson | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Pima County JTED - Camino Seco Tucson | 2.0 mi | — |
| Gridley Middle School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,738
Median Home Value
$245,900
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
55,004
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Magee Middle School
What grades does Magee Middle School serve?
Magee Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Magee Middle School?
Magee Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Magee Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Magee Middle School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Magee Middle School rank in AZ?
Magee Middle School ranks #1,659 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Magee Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Magee Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Magee Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Magee Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Magee Middle School a charter school?
No, Magee Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Magee Middle School a Title I school?
No, Magee Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.8%
- Phone
- (520) 731-5000
Resources & Links
District
Tucson Unified District (4403)- District Enrollment
- 40,929
- Schools in District
- 90
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,783
- District Rank
- #72 of 86
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