EXPLORER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Explorer Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 848 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 36 teachers, Explorer Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Explorer Middle School, located in the North Phoenix area, is part of the Paradise Valley Unified School District. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, emphasizing a balanced academic environment that prepares young adolescents for the transition to high school. As part of a large and well-regarded district, Explorer Middle School offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and opportunities for extracurricular involvement, aimed at fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

The school is dedicated to creating an inclusive community where students are encouraged to engage in active learning and personal discovery. By utilizing the resources provided by the Paradise Valley Unified School District, the faculty at Explorer focuses on implementing standards-based instruction and supporting diverse learning needs. With its central location on North 40th Street, the school serves as a key educational hub for the local community, striving to maintain high expectations for student achievement and school spirit.

For more information, contact Explorer Middle School at (602) 449-4200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.