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#1541 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Glassford Hill Middle School

Middle School · Humboldt Unified District (4469)

6901 PANTHER PATH, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,541 of 2,006

In Prescott Valley

#11 of 15

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Humboldt Unified District (4469)

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Glassford Hill Middle School

4.9/10

Middle School in Prescott Valley · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Glassford Hill Middle School

Glassford Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Prescott Valley, AZ, part of Humboldt Unified District (4469). Glassford Hill Middle School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Glassford Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,541 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Glassford Hill Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

70% of students at Glassford Hill 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 Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,405
Chronic Absenteeism70.2%

Glassford Hill Middle School — Students at Glassford Hill Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (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
54%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Glassford Hill Middle School Compares

See how Glassford Hill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.2%

Location

6901 PANTHER PATH, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glassford Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BASIS Prescott (rated 8.5/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Prescott), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Traditional School (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prescott Valley, see our Prescott Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MICTED - Medical Prescott 0.1 mi
Bradshaw Mountain High School Prescott Valley 0.3 mi 5.6
Bradshaw Mountain Online Academy Prescott Valley 0.3 mi 6.6
Lake Valley Elementary School Prescott Valley 0.4 mi 5.2
Liberty Traditional School Prescott Valley 0.7 mi 7.9
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley Phoenix 0.7 mi 7.8
Acorn Montessori Charter School Inc. - West Prescott Valley 0.8 mi 4.5
PACE Preparatory Academy Prescott Valley 1.2 mi 5.7
Granville Elementary School Prescott Valley 1.4 mi 5.6
Franklin Phonetic Primary School Prescott Valley 1.4 mi 3.2
Acorn Montessori Charter School Prescott Valley 1.7 mi 5.3
Mountain View Elementary School Prescott Valley 1.8 mi 3.8
Yavapai County High School Prescott Valley 2.6 mi 6.1
Coyote Springs Elementary School Prescott Valley 3.0 mi 6.5
Bright Futures Preschool Prescott Valley 3.0 mi 3.9
Prescott Valley School Prescott Valley 2.8 mi 5.4
Tri-City College Prep Prescott 4.3 mi 7.4
Aspire High School Prescott 4.3 mi 5.5
ASCEND Prescott 4.3 mi
BASIS Prescott Prescott 4.9 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,263

Median Home Value

$363,700

Median Rent

$1,432/mo

Population

40,109

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glassford Hill Middle School

What grades does Glassford Hill Middle School serve?

Glassford Hill Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Glassford Hill Middle School?

Glassford Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glassford Hill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glassford Hill Middle School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glassford Hill Middle School rank in AZ?

Glassford Hill Middle School ranks #1,541 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Glassford Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glassford Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Glassford Hill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glassford Hill Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Glassford Hill Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Glassford Hill Middle School a Title I school?

No, Glassford Hill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yavapai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.2%

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