Average
#968 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 48% in state
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High
Middle School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
7655 S HIGLEY RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Enrollment
1,127
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,127
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#968 of 2,006
In Queen Creek
#20 of 26
public schools
In district
#36 of 44
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High
Middle School in Queen Creek · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High is a public middle school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Willie & Coy Payne Jr.
High serves approximately 1,127 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- AZ avg 5.6
Score Breakdown
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Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High — Students at Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
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: 4.8/10.
How Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High Compares
See how Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7655 S HIGLEY RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sossaman Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newell Barney College Preparatory School (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 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 Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High
What grades does Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High serve?
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High?
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High rank in AZ?
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High ranks #968 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High 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 Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High a charter school?
No, Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (480) 224-2400
Resources & Links
District
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)- District Enrollment
- 42,832
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,085
- District Rank
- #36 of 44
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