Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, San Luis 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 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Luis Middle School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Luis 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 Luis Middle School is 0.02, 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
#1363 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
Hispanic
99%
49%
White
1%
33%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
91%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Luis Middle School's ranking?
San Luis Middle School is ranked #1363 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend San Luis Middle School?
620 students attend San Luis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of San Luis Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Luis Middle School?
San Luis Middle School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Luis Middle School offer ?
San Luis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Luis Middle School part of?
San Luis Middle School is part of Gadsden Elementary District (4505).
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