Serving 840 students in grades 5-8, Kyrene Aprende Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene Aprende Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kyrene Aprende Middle School's student population of 840 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene Aprende Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene Aprende Middle School is 0.68, 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
#410 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
30%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene Aprende Middle School's ranking?
Kyrene Aprende Middle School is ranked #410 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene Aprende Middle School often compared to?
Kyrene Aprende Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Del Pueblo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene Aprende Middle School?
840 students attend Kyrene Aprende Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kyrene Aprende Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene Aprende Middle School?
Kyrene Aprende Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene Aprende Middle School offer ?
Kyrene Aprende Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene Aprende Middle School part of?
Kyrene Aprende Middle School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene Aprende Middle School located?
Kyrene Aprende Middle School is located in the Park Promenade neighborhood of Chandler, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Park Promenade.
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