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Fort Mohave Elementary School

Elementary School · Mohave Valley Elementary District (4379)

1760 E JOY LN, Fort Mohave, AZ 86426

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

23.5:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,955 of 2,006

In Fort Mohave

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Mohave Valley Elementary District (4379)

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Fort Mohave Elementary School

3.1/10

Elementary School in Fort Mohave · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fort Mohave Elementary School

Fort Mohave Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Mohave, AZ, part of Mohave Valley Elementary District (4379). Fort Mohave Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Mohave Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,955 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Fort Mohave Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Fort Mohave Elementary School runs 23.5:1 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.

53% of students at Fort Mohave Elementary 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 Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-5.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,919
Chronic Absenteeism53.4%

Fort Mohave Elementary School — Students at Fort Mohave Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 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
48%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.

How Fort Mohave Elementary School Compares

See how Fort Mohave Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.4%

Location

1760 E JOY LN, Fort Mohave, AZ 86426

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Mohave Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mohave Accelerated Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Young Scholars Academy (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Camp Mohave Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Mohave, see our Fort Mohave schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Desert Star Academy Fort Mohave 0.7 mi 7.4
Academy of Building Industries Fort Mohave 1.0 mi 6.5
Camp Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave 2.4 mi 7.5
Young Scholars Academy Bullhead City 2.6 mi 7.7
Mohave Valley Junior High School Mohave Valley 2.8 mi 4.9
Fox Creek Jr High School Bullhead City 5.6 mi 4.0
Mohave Valley Connections Academy Mohave Valley 5.9 mi 3.1
Diamondback Elementary School Bullhead City 6.8 mi 4.3
River Valley High School Mohave Valley 7.1 mi 5.7
CRUHSD Academy Bullhead City 7.1 mi 3.3
WAVE - River Valley High School Kingman 7.1 mi
Desert Valley School Bullhead City 7.4 mi 6.0
Mohave High School Bullhead City 7.6 mi 6.2
WAVE - Mohave High School Kingman 7.6 mi
Mohave Accelerated Learning Center Bullhead City 7.5 mi 8.5
Mohave Accelerated Elementary School Bullhead City 7.5 mi 8.8
Coyote Canyon School Bullhead City 7.7 mi 3.3
Bullhead City Middle School Bullhead City 7.8 mi 4.5
Pillar Academy of Business & Finance Phoenix 9.9 mi
Bennett William G ES Laughlin 10.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,186

Median Home Value

$274,100

Median Rent

$968/mo

Population

15,520

College Educated

9.9%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

59.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Mohave Elementary School

What grades does Fort Mohave Elementary School serve?

Fort Mohave Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Fort Mohave Elementary School?

Fort Mohave Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Mohave Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Mohave Elementary School is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort Mohave Elementary School rank in AZ?

Fort Mohave Elementary School ranks #1,955 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Fort Mohave Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Mohave Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Fort Mohave Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Mohave Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is Fort Mohave Elementary School a charter school?

No, Fort Mohave Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fort Mohave Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Fort Mohave Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Mohave County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.4%

District

Mohave Valley Elementary District (4379)
District Enrollment
1,264
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,919
District Rank
#3 of 4

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