CHALLENGER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Challenger Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Glendale Elementary District (4271) school district, located in Glendale, AZ with about 721 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 33 teachers, Challenger Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Challenger Middle School, located at 6905 W. Maryland Ave in Glendale, Arizona, is a public institution serving students within the Glendale Elementary School District (District 40). The school is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that emphasizes core educational standards, critical thinking, and student growth. As a middle school, it plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on preparing students for the academic and social challenges of adolescence through a structured and supportive curriculum.

Beyond its core academics, Challenger Middle School strives to build a sense of community by encouraging student involvement in various extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives. The school leverages the resources of the Glendale Elementary School District to provide students with essential learning tools, technology, and professional instruction. For parents and community members interested in more specific details regarding enrollment, school calendars, or academic programs, the official district website at [www.gesd40.org](http://www.gesd40.org) serves as the primary hub for information and school communications.

For more information, contact Challenger Middle School at (623) 237-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6905 W. Maryland Ave
Glendale, AZ 85303-3600
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CHALLENGER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Glendale, AZ with about 721 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
721
Teachers:
33
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 721 students

Hispanic/Latino
63.0%
Black or African American
17.5%
White
11.4%
Asian
5.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%
Two or more races
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.