Explorer Middle School

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Explorer Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 7-8

22401 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ

Desert Ridge Neighborhood

Paradise Valley Unified School District

4.0

3.4

713 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1

Math Proficiency
59%

Reading Proficiency
58%

Academics

A+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

58%

Math Proficiency

59%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

19:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

10.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

398:1

Student Diversity

Male

52.9%

Female

47.1%

White

78.9%

Hispanic

9.6%

Two or more races

5.3%

Asian or Pacific Islander

3.7%

Black

2.1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Native American

<1%

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School Rankings

#54 Best Public MS Teachers in Arizona

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Senior

5/8/2018

Because of the large class sizes tight knit groups filled with drama aren't as prevelant as they would be in a smaller school. The open campus concept is similar to high school and college campuses and helps you to manage time well.

4.0 NicheUser

2/18/2016

Feel very safe with my child here.

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5.0 parent

2/15/2023

We have had 3 kids go through and each has had a wonderful experience. Teachers & Staff work hard to get to know students.The school runs smoothly and the Admin couldn't be easier to work with. I would highly recommend Explorer Middle School.

5.0 parent

2/14/2023

I have been fortunate to have such wonderful schools in my neighborhood! All three of my children have attended Explorer Middle School, I couldn't have asked for a better Middle School to prepare my children for High School. The Administration is attentive to student and family needs, and the Teache...

5.0 parent

2/14/2023

Explorer Middle school has been a great experience for our family. I find that the staff and administration really care about the kids and engage with parents really well. They are transparent in their communication and truly care about the school. Middle school can be a tough age and they do a grea...

1.0 parent

4/19/2022

Bad teachers, spoiled students that don't care. The only good class was the band. Long boring classes. My English class had 3 different teachers in it within a year. Math teacher is full of herself has a massive ego.

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About Desert Ridge

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List Price Range

$182K - $3.1M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$884,311

Median Lot Size

6,098 Sq Ft

% Renters

34%

Household Income

$168,418

% of College Grads

65.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,662 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

53.9%

Homes for Sale

$469,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,468 Sq Ft
5450 E Deer Valley Dr

Unit 2023

131 Days On Market
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$965,000
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,151 Sq Ft
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72 Days On Market
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$319,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 796 Sq Ft
5450 E Deer Valley Dr

Unit 1201

108 Days On Market
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Homes for Rent

$3,111 per month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,517 Sq Ft
5550 E Deer Valley Dr

Unit 3

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$1,909 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 888 Sq Ft
5550 E Deer Valley Dr

Unit 1

Phoenix, AZ
8 WEEKS FREE Living in a luxurious unit that provides everything you need can make day-to-day life a bit more comfortable. You will find Desert Ridge complex in Phoenix offering both indoor and outdoor resident amenities. We boast a large clubhouse including business and fitness centers, a game room...

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- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,231 Sq Ft
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Unit 2M

Phoenix, AZ
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