Needs Improvement
#1863 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Secrist Middle School
Middle School · Tucson Unified District (4403)
3400 S HOUGHTON RD, Tucson, AZ 85730
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,863 of 2,006
In Tucson
#235 of 257
public schools
In district
#79 of 86
Tucson Unified District (4403)
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Secrist Middle School
Secrist Middle School is a public middle school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Secrist Middle School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Secrist Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,863 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Secrist Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Secrist Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
86% of students at Secrist 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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Secrist Middle School — Students at Secrist Middle School score 16% 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: 1.8/10.
How Secrist Middle School Compares
See how Secrist 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
3400 S HOUGHTON RD, Tucson, AZ 85730
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Secrist Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rincon Vista Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gridley Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leman Academy of Excellence East Tucson Tucson | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Dunham Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson Chandler | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Academy of Tucson High School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Marshall Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Soleng Tom Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Civano Community K-8 School Tucson | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Gridley Middle School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Gale Elementary School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Pima County JTED - Camino Seco Tucson | 2.5 mi | — |
| Senita Valley Elementary School Vail | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Rincon Vista Middle School Tucson | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Arizona Online Charter School Tucson | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) Tucson | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Ford Elementary Tucson | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Compass High School Tucson | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Rita High School Tucson | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School Tucson | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson | 3.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,849
Median Home Value
$218,500
Median Rent
$1,206/mo
Population
39,065
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Secrist Middle School
What grades does Secrist Middle School serve?
Secrist Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Secrist Middle School?
Secrist Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Secrist Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Secrist Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Secrist Middle School rank in AZ?
Secrist Middle School ranks #1,863 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Secrist Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Secrist Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Secrist Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Secrist Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Secrist Middle School a charter school?
No, Secrist Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Secrist Middle School a Title I school?
No, Secrist Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.4%
- Phone
- (520) 731-5300
Resources & Links
District
Tucson Unified District (4403)- District Enrollment
- 40,929
- Schools in District
- 90
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,783
- District Rank
- #79 of 86
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