Serving 310 students in grades 6-8, San Carlos 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Carlos Middle School's student population of 310 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
San Carlos 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 San Carlos Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1921 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
98%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Carlos Middle School's ranking?
San Carlos Middle School is ranked #1921 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend San Carlos Middle School?
310 students attend San Carlos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of San Carlos Middle School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does San Carlos Middle School offer ?
San Carlos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Carlos Middle School part of?
San Carlos Middle School is part of San Carlos Unified District (4210).
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