MARICOPA WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Maricopa Wells Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Maricopa Unified School District (4441) school district, located in Maricopa, AZ with about 851 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Maricopa Wells Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.
Maricopa Wells Middle School, located in Maricopa, Arizona, serves as a key educational institution within the Maricopa Unified School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. By focusing on academic rigor, character development, and student engagement, the school aims to help adolescents navigate the unique challenges of their middle school years while preparing them for future success in higher education.
Beyond the standard curriculum, Maricopa Wells Middle School emphasizes a holistic approach to student development by offering various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs. These opportunities are designed to encourage students to explore their interests, build social skills, and develop a sense of community within the school. With a focus on modern teaching practices and a dedicated staff, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best both inside and outside the classroom.
For more information, contact Maricopa Wells Middle School at (520) 567-7100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Maricopa, AZ 85139
(520) 567-7100
http://www.maricopausd.org/MWMS/
MARICOPA WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Maricopa, AZ with about 851 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
- Total Students:
- 851
- Teachers:
- 32.81
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 851 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 37.1%
- White
- 34.0%
- Black or African American
- 14.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 8.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- Asian
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.6%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
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.