Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Mohave Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mohave Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mohave Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 101% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mohave Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mohave Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
51%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mohave Middle School's ranking?
Mohave Middle School is ranked #598 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mohave Middle School often compared to?
Mohave Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingleside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mohave Middle School?
798 students attend Mohave Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mohave Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mohave Middle School?
Mohave Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mohave Middle School offer ?
Mohave Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mohave Middle School part of?
Mohave Middle School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mohave Middle School located?
Mohave Middle School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - Early Release (PreK-12)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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