Serving 580 students in grades 4-8, Kyrene Centennial Middle School 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene Centennial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kyrene Centennial Middle School's student population of 580 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene Centennial Middle School 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 Kyrene Centennial Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#998 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
49%
Black
19%
6%
White
22%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene Centennial Middle School's ranking?
Kyrene Centennial Middle School is ranked #998 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene Centennial Middle School often compared to?
Kyrene Centennial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School, Kyrene Altadena Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene Centennial Middle School?
580 students attend Kyrene Centennial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kyrene Centennial Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene Centennial Middle School?
Kyrene Centennial Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene Centennial Middle School offer ?
Kyrene Centennial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene Centennial Middle School part of?
Kyrene Centennial Middle School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
In what neighborhood is Kyrene Centennial Middle School located?
Kyrene Centennial Middle School is located in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other public schools located in Ahwatukee Foothills Village.
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