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#1671 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Bullhead City Middle School

Middle School · Bullhead City School District (4378)

1062 HANCOCK RD, Bullhead City, AZ 86442

Enrollment

476

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,671 of 2,006

In Bullhead City

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Bullhead City School District (4378)

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Bullhead City Middle School

4.5/10

Middle School in Bullhead City · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bullhead City Middle School

Bullhead City Middle School is a public middle school in Bullhead City, AZ, part of Bullhead City School District (4378). Bullhead City Middle School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bullhead City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,671 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Bullhead City Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Bullhead City Middle School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

46% of students at Bullhead City Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,543
Chronic Absenteeism46.4%

Bullhead City Middle School — Students at Bullhead City Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
20%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Bullhead City Middle School Compares

See how Bullhead City Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
17th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1062 HANCOCK RD, Bullhead City, AZ 86442

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bullhead City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mohave Accelerated Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mohave Accelerated Learning Center (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mohave Accelerated Elementary School East (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bullhead City, see our Bullhead City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Coyote Canyon School Bullhead City 0.1 mi 3.3
Desert Valley School Bullhead City 0.4 mi 6.0
Mohave High School Bullhead City 0.6 mi 6.2
WAVE - Mohave High School Kingman 0.6 mi
Mohave Accelerated Learning Center Bullhead City 0.9 mi 8.5
Mohave Accelerated Elementary School Bullhead City 0.9 mi 8.8
Bennett William G ES Laughlin 2.9 mi 5.8
Diamondback Elementary School Bullhead City 3.0 mi 4.3
Laughlin J-SHS Laughlin 3.9 mi 4.4
Fox Creek Jr High School Bullhead City 3.9 mi 4.0
Young Scholars Academy Bullhead City 5.1 mi 7.7
Camp Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave 5.5 mi 7.5
Mohave Accelerated Elementary School East Bullhead City 5.1 mi 8.5
Sunrise Elementary Bullhead City 5.2 mi 3.8
Fort Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave 7.8 mi 3.1
Desert Star Academy Fort Mohave 8.1 mi 7.4
Academy of Building Industries Fort Mohave 8.6 mi 6.5
Mohave Valley Junior High School Mohave Valley 10.3 mi 4.9
Mohave Valley Connections Academy Mohave Valley 13.6 mi 3.1
River Valley High School Mohave Valley 14.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,486

Median Home Value

$174,400

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

34,327

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

52.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bullhead City Middle School

What grades does Bullhead City Middle School serve?

Bullhead City Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Bullhead City Middle School?

Bullhead City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bullhead City Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bullhead City Middle School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bullhead City Middle School rank in AZ?

Bullhead City Middle School ranks #1,671 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Bullhead City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bullhead City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bullhead City Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bullhead City Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bullhead City Middle School a charter school?

No, Bullhead City Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bullhead City Middle School a Title I school?

No, Bullhead City Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Mohave County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

District

Bullhead City School District (4378)
District Enrollment
2,261
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,543
District Rank
#2 of 6

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