Bagdad Middle / Senior High School

Bagdad Middle / Senior High School serves students from sixth grade through twelfth grade in the rural community of Bagdad, Arizona. With an enrollment of 216 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1, the school offers a personalized educational experience. Teachers at Bagdad Middle / Senior High School are dedicated to supporting students in a setting that is both remote and tight-knit.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and state ranking of 1184 out of 2029 indicate areas for improvement in academic performance, with 22% of students proficient in both ELA and math. Bagdad is a rural area with a median household income of $69,261 and a median home value of $35,400. The community is home to around 3,190 residents, with a relatively low percentage of college-educated adults and a moderate poverty rate.

Despite the challenges, Bagdad Middle / Senior High School remains an important part of the community, providing educational opportunities for students in a close-knit rural setting.

While current test scores at Bagdad Middle / Senior High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Bagdad Middle / Senior High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.