Serving 650 students in grades 6-8, Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep's student population of 650 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1408 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep's ranking?
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep is ranked #1408 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep often compared to?
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Acclaim Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep?
650 students attend Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep?
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep offer ?
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep part of?
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282).
In what neighborhood is Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep located?
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 64 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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