Middle Schools in Chandler Unified District #80

The Chandler Unified District #80 in Arizona is home to 6 middle schools serving grades 6-8. These schools exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with Arizona College Prep Middle School standing out as the top-performing school in the district and one of the highest-ranked middle schools in the state.

Arizona College Prep Middle School has consistently earned 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger, ranking among the top 3 middle schools in Arizona. The school boasts exceptional proficiency rates, with 83-95% of students scoring proficient or better in various subject areas, far exceeding the district and state averages. In contrast, Willis Junior High School and John M Andersen Junior High School struggle, with only 15-38% of students scoring proficient or better.

The district-wide dropout rate is 5.2%, but the data does not provide context on how this compares to state or national averages. Additionally, the spending per student, ranging from $6,644 to $8,463, does not appear to directly correlate with student achievement, as the school with the highest per-student spending, John M Andersen Junior High School, has the lowest test scores. The student-teacher ratios, which are relatively consistent across the schools, also do not seem to be a significant factor in the observed performance gaps.