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#1548 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Wallace JR High School

Middle School · Parker Unified School District (4510)

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,548 of 2,006

In Parker

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Parker Unified School District (4510)

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Wallace JR High School

4.9/10

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

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7.0/10

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6.5/10

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About Wallace JR High School

Wallace JR High School is a public middle school in Parker, AZ, part of Parker Unified School District (4510). Wallace JR High School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,548 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Wallace JR High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

62% of students at Wallace JR 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,358
Chronic Absenteeism61.6%

Wallace JR High School — Students at Wallace JR High School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (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
42%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
19%
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: 3.2/10.

How Wallace JR High School Compares

See how Wallace JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
61.6%

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 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wallace JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Blake Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Havasu Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Starline Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 23.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Havasu City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Wallace Elementary School Parker 0.1 mi 7.0
Parker High School Parker 0.2 mi 6.5
Parker Alternative School Parker 0.6 mi 6.9
Blake Primary School Parker 0.8 mi 9.3
Monument Peak Big River 5.7 mi 7.8
Le Pera Elementary School Parker 15.9 mi 5.4
Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix 21.9 mi 8.4
Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City 22.4 mi 5.4
Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City 22.7 mi 3.9
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City 22.9 mi 5.9
Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.8 mi 7.9
Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.9 mi 6.0
WAVE-Central Campus Kingman 23.9 mi
Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City 24.2 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City 24.3 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City 24.3 mi 7.5
Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City 24.5 mi 5.2
Havasuonline Lake Havasu City 24.8 mi 4.0
Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City 25.5 mi 7.7
Bouse Elementary School Bouse 23.1 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,872

Median Home Value

$173,200

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

9,069

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

13.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wallace JR High School

What grades does Wallace JR High School serve?

Wallace JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wallace JR High School?

Wallace JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wallace JR High School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wallace JR High School rank in AZ?

Wallace JR High School ranks #1,548 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Wallace JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wallace JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Wallace JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace JR High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wallace JR High School a charter school?

No, Wallace JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wallace JR High School a Title I school?

No, Wallace JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
La Paz County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
61.6%

District

Parker Unified School District (4510)
District Enrollment
1,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,358
District Rank
#6 of 6

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