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#1387 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Wigwam Creek Middle School

Middle School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Enrollment

718

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,387 of 2,006

In Litchfield Park

#17 of 18

public schools

In district

#15 of 15

Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

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Wigwam Creek Middle School

5.3/10

Middle School in Litchfield Park · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Wigwam Creek Middle School

Wigwam Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Wigwam Creek Middle School serves approximately 718 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wigwam Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,387 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Wigwam Creek Middle School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Wigwam Creek 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 Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,992
Chronic Absenteeism48.7%

Wigwam Creek Middle School — Students at Wigwam Creek Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (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
65%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
43%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Wigwam Creek Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.7%

Location

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wigwam Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dreaming Summit Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Litchfield Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Barbara B. Robey Elementary School Litchfield Park 0.9 mi 5.9
Corte Sierra Elementary School Litchfield Park 0.9 mi 6.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Litchfield Park 0.8 mi 6.8
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella Phoenix 1.1 mi 8.3
AZ ASPIRE ACADEMY Litchfield Park 1.2 mi 3.3
Dreaming Summit Elementary Litchfield Park 1.3 mi 7.3
West-MEC Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale 1.5 mi
L. Thomas Heck Middle School Litchfield Park 1.7 mi 5.6
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Goodyear 1.7 mi 5.7
Valor Preparatory Academy Chandler 1.7 mi 6.0
Litchfield Elementary School Litchfield Park 1.5 mi 7.1
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Goodyear 1.7 mi
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School Litchfield Park 1.9 mi 7.0
Palm Valley Elementary Litchfield Park 1.9 mi 6.7
ST JOHN PAUL II ROMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 1.8 mi 6.1
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 1.8 mi 5.2
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 1.8 mi 5.8
ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Litchfield Park 1.7 mi 7.1
Crown Charter School Litchfield Park 2.1 mi 4.7
ST THOMAS AQUINAS GRADE SCHOOL Avondale 1.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,193

Median Home Value

$499,700

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

38,873

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wigwam Creek Middle School

What grades does Wigwam Creek Middle School serve?

Wigwam Creek Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Wigwam Creek Middle School?

Wigwam Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 718 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wigwam Creek Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wigwam Creek Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wigwam Creek Middle School rank in AZ?

Wigwam Creek Middle School ranks #1,387 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Wigwam Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wigwam Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wigwam Creek Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wigwam Creek Middle School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wigwam Creek Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wigwam Creek Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.7%

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