Udall Road Middle School has been recognized as a 2025 School of Distinction by the Association for Middle Level Education. Udall Road is one of just 24 schools across the United States to earn this honor.

The AMLE Schools of Distinction program honors schools that exemplify best practices in middle level education while guiding them through a strategic vision-setting process to drive continuous improvement. Udall Road Middle School earned this prestigious honor through a rigorous review process, including a comprehensive schoolwide assessment, continuous improvement planning and stakeholder interviews with staff, students and families. 

“It is an honor to recognize Udall Road Middle School as a 2025 AMLE School of Distinction,” said Stephanie Simpson, CEO of AMLE. “Their dedication to fostering a thriving middle school community sets a powerful example, and we’re excited to share their story with educators worldwide.”

As a 2025 School of Distinction, Udall Road joins a network of exemplary middle schools featured in AMLE’s searchable online database, showcasing their promising practices through detailed profiles and videos. The school will present its achievements live at AMLE25 in Indianapolis, Indiana.