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Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

Summary:

Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School) is a small public middle school in Sells, Arizona, serving grades 6-8 with a student population of just 10 students, the majority of whom (80%) identify as Native American. This school stands out from nearby schools like Baboquivari Middle School and Indian Oasis Intermediate Elementary School, which have similarly high percentages of Native American students but much larger enrollments.

One of the most concerning aspects of Alternative Middle School is its high dropout rates, which have ranged from 0% to 21.7% in recent years, significantly higher than the 3.3% dropout rate at Baboquivari Middle School. Additionally, the school's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, is substantially lower than the district and state averages. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, the school's 7th-grade proficiency rates were just 17% in both subjects, compared to the district's 7% and 4%, respectively, and the state's 42% and 30%.

Despite the school's challenges, it is worth noting that it has a relatively high spending per student, ranging from $19,939 to $71,424 over the past few years, which is significantly higher than the $16,144 spent per student at Baboquivari Middle School. This raises questions about the efficient allocation of resources and the effectiveness of the school's educational programs in supporting its predominantly Native American student population, who face unique educational needs and challenges in this region served by the Baboquivari Unified School District #40.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 111 Main Street
       Sells, AZ  85634

(520) 719-1260

District: Baboquivari Unified School District #40

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $43,738 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  1.7 Help
Number of students:  10

Racial breakdown:

American Indian:
80.0%
Hispanic:
20.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  90% Help


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Compare Details Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School) is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 15.62. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School) has the smallest middle school student body size in the Baboquivari Unified School District #40. Racial makeup is: American Indian (80%), Hispanic (20%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 90% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Baboquivari Unified School District #40. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School) is $43,738, which is the highest among 3 middle schools in the Baboquivari Unified School District #40!
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Rank History for Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

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Rank History for all students at Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2013 2.69 771st 787 2.0%
2023 15.62 765th 854 10.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.10 603rd 717 15.9%
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Rank History for Native American students at Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 20.35 121st 159 23.9%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2011 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2012 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 9
2013 0 1 0 0 11 0 0 0 12
2014 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 9
2015 0 0 0 1 7 0 0 0 8
2016 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 10
2017 0 0 0 1 8 0 0 0 9
2018 0 0 0 0 11 0 0 0 11
2019 0 0 0 1 14 0 1 0 16
2020 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 10
2021 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 4
2022 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 6
2023 0 0 0 2 8 0 0 0 10

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2011 0 1.0 n/a n/a
2012 9 2.0 4.5 0
2013 12 2.0 6.0 75
2014 9 2.0 4.5 66.7
2015 8 1.0 8.0 n/a
2016 10 1.0 10.0 n/a
2017 9 0.8 11.2 n/a
2018 11 0.9 12.2 45.5
2019 16 0.7 22.8 50
2020 10 0.2 35.7 90
2021 4 0.3 13.3 n/a
2022 6 3.4 1.7 n/a
2023 10 n/a n/a 90

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2011 0 1.0 n/a n/a
2012 9 2.0 4.5 0
2013 12 2.0 6.0 75
2014 9 2.0 4.5 66.7
2015 8 1.0 8.0 n/a
2016 10 1.0 10.0 n/a
2017 9 0.8 11.2 n/a
2018 11 0.9 12.2 45.5
2019 16 0.7 22.8 50
2020 10 0.2 35.7 90
2021 4 0.3 13.3 n/a
2022 6 3.4 1.7 n/a
2023 10 n/a n/a 90

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

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YearPersonnel Expenditures from Federal FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from Federal FundsTotal Expenditures from Federal FundsPersonnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $10,616 (53.2%) $1,183 (5.9%) $22,415 (112.4%) $6,945 (34.8%) $1,194 (6.0%) $8,140 (40.8%) $19,939
2020 $17,142 (57.6%) $1,886 (6.3%) $36,169 (121.5%) $8,502 (28.6%) $2,245 (7.5%) $10,748 (36.1%) $29,775
2021 $38,504 (53.9%) $8,912 (12.5%) $85,920 (120.3%) $19,591 (27.4%) $4,417 (6.2%) $24,008 (33.6%) $71,424
2022 $23,206 (53.1%) $6,518 (14.9%) $52,931 (121.0%) $9,599 (21.9%) $4,414 (10.1%) $14,013 (32.0%) $43,738

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School)

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students1610
 37.5%
African American00
American Indian148
 42.9%
Asian00
Hispanic12
 100%
Pacific Islander00
White00
Two or More Races10
 100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients50%90%
 40%

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In the 2022-23 school year, 10 students attended Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School).

Students at Alternative Middle School (Indian Oasis Middle School) are 80% American Indian, 20% Hispanic.


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