What grades does Desert Shadows Middle School serve?

Desert Shadows Middle School is a Middle school serving students in Nogales, AZ. The school is part of Nogales Unified District (4457).

Where is Desert Shadows Middle School located?

Desert Shadows Middle School is located at Nogales, AZ in a rural area.

What school district is Desert Shadows Middle School in?

Desert Shadows Middle School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457) in AZ. The district operates 11 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Shadows Middle School?

Desert Shadows Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 22.5:1.

How many schools are in Nogales Unified District (4457)?

Nogales Unified District (4457) operates 11 schools in AZ.

What schools are in Nogales, AZ?

Nogales, AZ is served by Nogales Unified District (4457). Desert Shadows Middle School is one of the Middle schools in the area.

What school district serves Nogales, AZ?

Nogales Unified District (4457) serves Nogales, AZ with 11 schools. Desert Shadows Middle School is one of the schools in this district.

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Desert Shadows Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|Nogales, Arizona|Nogales Unified District (4457)

Nogales, AZ 85621

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Upcoming Events

Jul

Thu

NHS Coaches MeetingEvent

26-27 NHS Pre-Season Coaches MeetingNHS Library*For All Head and Assistant Coaches

Jul

Mon

Spiritline Season BeginsEvent

Aug

Mon

Cross Country, Golf, and Tackle Football Season BeginsEvent

Aug

Tue

Freshman OrientationEvent

Freshman/New Student OrientationNogales High SchoolRay Molera Gymnasium8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Aug

Fri

2027 Senior SunriseEvent

Class of 2027 Senior SunriseNogales High SchoolApache Stadium5:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Aug

Mon

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

765

Student:Teacher

22.5:1

Locale

Rural

District

Nogales Unified District (4457)

Phone

(520)377-2646

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25%

31th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

14%

26th percentile in AZ

Chronic Absenteeism

12.0%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

185

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,157

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$4,778

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,182

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 64%Local 14%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$275,926

-0.2% 1yr+31.7% 5yr

Nogales, AZ metro area

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

33.5%

Below 150% poverty line

10.0%

Unemployment rate

14.0%

Uninsured residents

21.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

635

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

591

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

77%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

292 (49%)

Speech/Language Impairment

94 (16%)

Autism

60 (10%)

Other Health Impairment

29 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

18 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

784

Current enrollment

Stable(-1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

NHS Coaches Meeting

Event

Mon, Jul 27, 2026

Spiritline Season Begins

Event

Mon, Aug 3, 2026

Cross Country, Golf, and Tackle Football Season Begins

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	StuCo Spirit Convention	Event	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ Rock the Den	Event	—
Sat, Oct 3, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ Thunderbird Marching Classic	Event	—
Sat, Oct 10, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ ABODA Marching Invitational	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ Southern Region Championships	Event	—
Sat, Oct 31, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ U of A Band Day	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Basketball, Soccer, & Wrestling Season Begins	Event	—
Sat, Nov 7, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ I-19 Showdown	Event	—
Sat, Nov 14, 2026	Pride of Nogales @ Class Championships	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	AIA GameDay State Championship	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	AIA Traditional Championship	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Shadows Middle School

Enrollment at Desert Shadows Middle School stands at 765 students. The school is a Middle institution in the Nogales Unified District (4457) district.