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#983 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 49% in state
Queen Creek Junior High School
Middle School · Queen Creek Unified District (4245)
20435 S OLD ELLSWORTH RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#983 of 2,006
In Queen Creek
#21 of 26
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
Queen Creek Unified District (4245)
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Queen Creek Junior High School
Queen Creek Junior High School is a public middle school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245). Queen Creek Junior High School serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Queen Creek Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #983 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Queen Creek Junior High School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Queen Creek Junior High 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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Queen Creek Junior High School — Students at Queen Creek Junior High School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
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: 6.2/10.
How Queen Creek Junior High School Compares
See how Queen Creek Junior High 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
20435 S OLD ELLSWORTH RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Queen Creek Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cortina Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frances Brandon-Pickett Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,236
Median Home Value
$521,300
Median Rent
$2,092/mo
Population
87,201
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Queen Creek Junior High School
What grades does Queen Creek Junior High School serve?
Queen Creek Junior High School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Queen Creek Junior High School?
Queen Creek Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Queen Creek Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Queen Creek Junior High School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Queen Creek Junior High School rank in AZ?
Queen Creek Junior High School ranks #983 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Queen Creek Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Queen Creek Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Queen Creek Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Queen Creek Junior High School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Queen Creek Junior High School a charter school?
No, Queen Creek Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Queen Creek Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Queen Creek Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (480) 987-5940
Resources & Links
District
Queen Creek Unified District (4245)- District Enrollment
- 14,503
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,137
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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