At a glance
Reported students
602
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
37
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
799
Dysart Middle School: 602 reported students.
State peer staffing position
50th percentile
16.3:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 713
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.3:1
What the reported data says about Dysart Middle School
Dysart Middle School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in El Mirage. It is one of 25 current school records connected to Dysart Unified District (4243). NCES reports 602 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.3:1, close to the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (72.6%) and White (13.3%). English learners represent 8.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Dysart Middle School
- 1How do the reported 16.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 37 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White13.3%
- Hispanic72.6%
- Black8.1%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Dysart Unified District (4243)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Countryside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
590 reported students
Rancho Gabriela
Elementary · Grades PK–08
574 reported students
Sonoran Heights Middle School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
560 reported students
Freedom Traditional Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
529 reported students
Luke Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
702 reported students
El Mirage Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
722 reported students
Public schools near Dysart Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Mirage Elementary School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 722 | 1.5 mi |
| Riverview School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 801 | 1.7 mi |
| Legacy Traditional School - Surprise Elementary · Charter · Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (92879) | KG–08 | 1,797 | 2.2 mi |
| Imagine Rosefield Elementary · Charter · Rosefield Charter Elementary School Inc. (87399) | KG–05 | 521 | 2.3 mi |
| Surprise Elementary School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 782 | 2.3 mi |
| Discover U Elementary · Charter · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Discover U Element (91328) | KG–06 | 168 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Dysart Middle School
What grades does Dysart Middle School serve?
Dysart Middle School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Dysart Unified District (4243).
How many students attend Dysart Middle School?
Dysart Middle School reported 602 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 713 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Dysart Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 16.3:1, based on 602 students and 37 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Dysart Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Dysart Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Dysart Unified District (4243) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Dysart Middle School in?
Dysart Middle School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243), based in Surprise, AZ, which operates 25 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Dysart Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include El Mirage Elementary School (1.5 mi), Riverview School (1.7 mi), Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (2.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.