Serving 857 students in grades 4-8, Kyrene Altadena Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene Altadena Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kyrene Altadena Middle School's student population of 857 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Kyrene Altadena Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene Altadena Middle School is 0.65, 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
#228 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
23%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
54%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene Altadena Middle School's ranking?
Kyrene Altadena Middle School is ranked #228 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene Altadena Middle School often compared to?
Kyrene Altadena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Centennial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene Altadena Middle School?
857 students attend Kyrene Altadena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kyrene Altadena Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene Altadena Middle School?
Kyrene Altadena Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene Altadena Middle School offer ?
Kyrene Altadena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene Altadena Middle School part of?
Kyrene Altadena Middle School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
In what neighborhood is Kyrene Altadena Middle School located?
Kyrene Altadena Middle School is located in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other public schools located in Ahwatukee Foothills Village.
School Calendar
View the Kyrene Altadena Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
July 22, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break: Intersession Week
September 28, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break: Intersession Week
September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break: Intersession Week
September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break: Intersession Week
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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