Mountainside Middle School

About Mountainside Middle School

Mountainside Middle School is a vibrant and diverse learning environment located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. It is a public school serving grades 6-8, and is part of the local school district. The school has a strong focus on academic excellence, with a comprehensive curriculum that includes math, science, language arts, social studies, physical education, art, music, and foreign language.
In addition to its academic offerings, Mountainside Middle School provides a wide range of extracurricular activities and clubs. These include sports teams, robotics, debate, drama, and more. The school also offers a variety of community service projects and volunteer opportunities for students to get involved in.
The school’s faculty and staff are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. They strive to create a culture of respect, responsibility, and mutual understanding. They also work to ensure that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed.
At Mountainside Middle School, students are encouraged to explore their interests and passions, while developing the skills and knowledge necessary to become successful adults. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and a welcoming and supportive atmosphere, Mountainside Middle School is the perfect place for students to reach their full potential.

Address:	11256 N 128th St Scottsdale, AZ 85259
Phone:	(480) 484-5500
Site:	susd.org
Grades:	6-8
Enrollment:	488 students

Overview Mountainside Middle School

Mountainside Middle School serves 488 students in grades 6-8.
Mountainside Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Mountainside Middle School

Mountainside Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Mountainside Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.