At a glance
Reported students
718
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
44
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
84th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
693.5
Walker Butte Middle School: 718 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
- 680
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.4:1
What the reported data says about Walker Butte Middle School
Walker Butte Middle School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in San Tan Valley. It is one of 16 current school records connected to Florence Unified School District (4437). NCES reports 718 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 84th 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 White (42.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (39.4%). English learners represent 6.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 19.3%. 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 Walker Butte Middle School
- 1How do the reported 16.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 44 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.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 19.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.1%
- Hispanic39.4%
- Black7%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.8%
- Multiracial6.1%
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 Florence Unified School District (4437)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Circle Cross STEM Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08
728 reported students
San Tan Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
669 reported students
Florence Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
805 reported students
Skyline Ranch Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
583 reported students
Copper Basin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
557 reported students
Magma Ranch Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
507 reported students
Public schools near Walker Butte 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Learning Center Elementary · Florence Unified School District (4437) | PK–KG | 164 | 0.2 mi |
| Champion San Tan Elementary · Charter · Fit Kids Inc. dba Champion Schools (78783) | KG–08 | 458 | 1 mi |
| Copper Basin Elementary School Elementary · Florence Unified School District (4437) | PK–08 | 557 | 1.7 mi |
| Skyline Ranch Elementary School Elementary · Florence Unified School District (4437) | PK–08 | 583 | 2.9 mi |
| San Tan Heights Elementary School Elementary · Florence Unified School District (4437) | PK–08 | 669 | 3 mi |
| American Leadership Academy San Tan Valley K-6 Elementary · Charter · American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348) | KG–06 | 637 | 3.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Walker Butte Middle School
What grades does Walker Butte Middle School serve?
Walker Butte Middle School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Florence Unified School District (4437).
How many students attend Walker Butte Middle School?
Walker Butte Middle School reported 718 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 680 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Walker Butte Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 16.3:1, based on 718 students and 44 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 Walker Butte Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Walker Butte Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Florence Unified School District (4437) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Walker Butte Middle School in?
Walker Butte Middle School is part of Florence Unified School District (4437), based in Florence, AZ, which operates 16 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Walker Butte Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Early Childhood Learning Center (0.2 mi), Champion San Tan (1 mi), Copper Basin Elementary School (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.