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Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts

2730 N 79th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 539 students in grades 6-8, Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 539 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts's student population of 539 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar

School Rankings

Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts 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 Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts is 0.25, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1853 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
7%
34%
14%
40%
5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
86%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.25
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts's ranking?
Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts is ranked #1853 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts often compared to?
Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Amberlea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts?
539 students attend Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts?
Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts offer ?
Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts part of?
Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282).
In what neighborhood is Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts located?
Raul H. Castro Middle School Academy Of Fine Arts is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 539 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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