Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Sonoran Trails Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoran Trails Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sonoran Trails Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sonoran Trails Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoran Trails Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#342 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
79%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cave Creek Unified District (4244)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stingers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoran Trails Middle School's ranking?
Sonoran Trails Middle School is ranked #342 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sonoran Trails Middle School often compared to?
Sonoran Trails Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Ridge School, Pinnacle Peak Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoran Trails Middle School?
615 students attend Sonoran Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sonoran Trails Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoran Trails Middle School?
Sonoran Trails Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoran Trails Middle School offer ?
Sonoran Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoran Trails Middle School part of?
Sonoran Trails Middle School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244).
In what neighborhood is Sonoran Trails Middle School located?
Sonoran Trails Middle School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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