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
21:1

Math Proficiency
62%

Reading Proficiency
59%

Academics

A+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

59%

Math Proficiency

62%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 21:1 Teachers 30	Full Time Teachers 30
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 51.7%	Female 48.3%
White 77.9%	Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%	Hispanic 12.9%
Economically disadvantaged 12.5%	Two or more races 4.4%
Asian 3.1%

School Rankings

#52 Best Public MS Teachers in Arizona

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 NicheUser

2/18/2016

Feel very safe with my child here.

4.0 NicheUser

8/26/2014

My child went on to jr high

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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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List Price Range

$395K - $1.8M

Homes For Sale

107

Average Home Value

$874,012

Median Lot Size

6,098 Sq Ft

% Renters

34%

Average Household Income

$168,418

% of College Grads

65.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,653 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

54.7%

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2 Baths
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2 Baths
1,825 Sq Ft

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Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

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3 Beds
3 Baths
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1,863 Sq Ft

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2 Baths
1,246 Sq Ft

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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,521 Sq Ft

19777 N 76th St
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4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,435 Sq Ft

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2.5 Baths
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1 - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Pinnacle High School

8th to 12th
Public

Paradise Valley High School

9th to 12th
Public

West-Mec - Paradise Valley High School

9th to 12th
Public

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Arizona Maricopa County Phoenix 85050 Desert Ridge

Explorer Middle School is a public school for students in grades 7-8 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Paradise Valley Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 713 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 62% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Explorer Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $874,012. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pinnacle High School, Paradise Valley High School, West-Mec - Paradise Valley High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Explorer Middle School.

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