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Below Average

#1704 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Page Middle School

Middle School · Page Unified School District #8 (4196)

PO BOX 1927, Page, AZ 86040

Enrollment

499

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,704 of 2,006

In Page

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Page Unified School District #8 (4196)

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Page Middle School

4.4/10

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

Page High School

5.3/10

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6.2/10

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About Page Middle School

Page Middle School is a public middle school in Page, AZ, part of Page Unified School District #8 (4196). Page Middle School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Page Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,704 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Page Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at Page 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,592
Chronic Absenteeism58.5%

Page Middle School — Students at Page Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.1% (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
46%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
23%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Page Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.5%

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

PO BOX 1927, Page, AZ 86040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Page Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lake View Elementary Primary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert View Elementary Intermediate (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Grand Canyon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Page, see our Page schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 30.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Page High School Page 0.4 mi 5.3
Manson Mesa High School Page 0.5 mi 6.2
Sage & Sand Academy Page 0.5 mi
Desert View Elementary Intermediate Page 0.5 mi 6.8
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy Grand Canyon 0.9 mi 6.7
Lake View Elementary Primary Page 1.2 mi 9.1
Tse'yaato' High School Page 1.2 mi
Big Water School Big Water 16.6 mi 3.1
Big Water High Big Water 16.6 mi
Kaibeto Boarding School Kaibeto 30.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,544

Median Home Value

$124,600

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

10,627

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

15.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Page Middle School

What grades does Page Middle School serve?

Page Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Page Middle School?

Page Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Page Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Page Middle School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Page Middle School rank in AZ?

Page Middle School ranks #1,704 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Page Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Page Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Page Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Page Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Page Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Page Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.5%

District

Page Unified School District #8 (4196)
District Enrollment
2,370
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,592
District Rank
#5 of 5

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