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#462 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 23% in state

Orange Grove Middle School

Middle School · Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)

1911 E ORANGE GROVE RD, Tucson, AZ 85718

Enrollment

672

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#462 of 2,006

In Tucson

#45 of 257

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Orange Grove Middle School

7.7/10

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

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About Orange Grove Middle School

Orange Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Tucson, AZ, part of Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410). Orange Grove Middle School serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #462 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Orange Grove Middle School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • AZ avg 5.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,030
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Orange Grove Middle School — Students at Orange Grove Middle School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.6% (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
80%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
61%

* 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 Orange Grove Middle School Compares

See how Orange Grove Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1911 E ORANGE GROVE RD, Tucson, AZ 85718

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orange Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lawrence W Cross Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Satori Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, La Cima Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PUSCH RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY GRAMMAR Tucson 0.4 mi 6.1
Manzanita School Tucson 0.9 mi 8.8
KINO LEARNING CENTER Tucson 1.1 mi 5.7
Catalina Foothills Valley View Early Learning Center Tucson 1.4 mi 5.5
EDGE High School - Northwest Tucson 2.0 mi 5.0
IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY Oro Valley 2.2 mi 7.8
IMMACULATE HEART HIGH SCHOOL Tucson 2.2 mi 7.2
MIS MANOS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tucson 2.5 mi
Rio Vista Elementary School Tucson 2.8 mi 6.1
Amphi Academy Online Tucson 2.9 mi 6.6
Pima County JTED - Amphi Land Lab Tucson 2.9 mi
ST ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tucson 2.7 mi
Winifred Harelson Elementary School Tucson 2.7 mi 8.2
Catalina Foothills High School Tucson 2.9 mi 8.4
Lawrence W Cross Middle School Tucson 2.9 mi 8.0
SATORI Tucson 3.5 mi
La Cima Middle School Tucson 3.1 mi 4.9
Satori Charter School Tucson 3.6 mi 7.1
Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School Tucson 3.7 mi 7.1
TUCSON WALDORF SCHOOL Tucson 3.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,664

Median Home Value

$677,400

Median Rent

$1,224/mo

Population

27,721

College Educated

72.2%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

54.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orange Grove Middle School

What grades does Orange Grove Middle School serve?

Orange Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Orange Grove Middle School?

Orange Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove Middle School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orange Grove Middle School rank in AZ?

Orange Grove Middle School ranks #462 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Orange Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orange Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Orange Grove Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange Grove Middle School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Orange Grove Middle School a charter school?

No, Orange Grove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Orange Grove Middle School a Title I school?

No, Orange Grove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

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