Kyrene Altadena Middle School

My children have thrived at Altadena Middle School. All of the staff (teachers, admin and office) are knowledgeable, helpful and courtesy. Altadena year after year increases their overall score for state testing in all categories. The below reviews are out dated - 2.5 years old! The new principal is great, very involved and wants Altadena to be a positive part of the community.

Altadena is the BEST school in the Phoenix area.children would the school. extremely nice and helpful teachers, students, and staff members. Altadena is the highest school to score on testing. Best cirriculum your child could possibly have. its also an a plus school of excellence

The teachers are generally dedicated, kind, and offer quality lessons. This school serves an upper-middle class population and students receive a lot of home support, so they should be doing extremely well and like the other reviewers said, they could probably be doing even better. As far as Arizona, goes it's great, but probably average compared to schools in other regions. Students who excel at sports are recognized more than the students who are participating in theater, music, or academic clubs. The school is located in a beautiful area with excellent resources. FYI: If you have a problem with a teacher, don't expect the principal to take action or even assist with the problem. She does not seem to have the students best interest or safety as a priority.

I have two kids here currently and one that is now at the local high school DV -- I love this middel school! Issues are communicated and dealt with appropriately and in a timely fashion. The teachers have been awesome! Middle school can be be a place of transition, change and growth which is challenging at times for all involved. This school has done a wonderful job adapting and adjusting to the economic challenges they have faced and continuing to stress the importance of a good education in a safe, supporting environment.