Summary:
The city of Chandler, Arizona is home to 7 middle schools, a mix of public schools within the Chandler Unified District #80 and the Kyrene Elementary District. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and provide a diverse range of academic opportunities and performance levels.
The standout school in the area is Arizona College Prep Middle School, which has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in the state. This school boasts the highest test scores across all subjects and grade levels, with 83-95% of students scoring proficient or better. In contrast, other schools like Willis Junior High and John M Andersen Junior High have performed significantly below the district and state averages.
The remaining schools, including Santan Junior High, Bogle Junior High, Kyrene Aprende Middle, and Kyrene del Pueblo Middle, have test scores that are generally above the district and state averages. The data also reveals a consistent 5.2% dropout rate across all schools, and a wide range in spending per student, from $5,611 to $8,463, which raises questions about the relationship between funding and academic performance.
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