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Granite Mountain Middle School

Elementary School · Prescott Unified District (4466)

1800 N WILLIAMSON VALLEY RD, Prescott, AZ 86305

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,319 of 2,006

In Prescott

#15 of 16

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Prescott Unified District (4466)

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Granite Mountain Middle School

5.5/10

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

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About Granite Mountain Middle School

Granite Mountain Middle School is a public elementary school in Prescott, AZ, part of Prescott Unified District (4466). Granite Mountain Middle School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Granite Mountain Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,319 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Granite Mountain Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Granite Mountain 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,182
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

Granite Mountain Middle School — Students at Granite Mountain Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (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
79%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Granite Mountain Middle School Compares

See how Granite Mountain Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

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

1800 N WILLIAMSON VALLEY RD, Prescott, AZ 86305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Granite Mountain Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Skyview School (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abia Judd Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prescott, see our Prescott schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Abia Judd Elementary School Prescott 0.2 mi 7.9
Willow Creek Charter School Prescott 0.9 mi 6.6
Mountain Oak Charter School Prescott 1.0 mi 6.3
MIJTED - Prescott High School Prescott 1.3 mi
Prescott High School Prescott 1.3 mi 6.1
Taylor Hicks School Prescott 1.4 mi 7.3
PRESCOTT ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prescott 2.0 mi
Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy Prescott 2.1 mi 6.8
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Prescott 2.4 mi 8.4
Lincoln Elementary School Prescott 2.6 mi 7.0
Prescott Mile High Middle School Prescott 2.9 mi 5.0
Discovery Gardens Preschool Prescott 2.8 mi 6.2
Genesis Academy Prescott 2.8 mi
CEDAR TREE MONTESSORI INC Prescott 2.8 mi
La Tierra Community School Prescott 2.9 mi 7.3
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prescott 2.9 mi 5.4
PRIMAVERA SCHOOL Prescott 3.3 mi 5.2
Skyview School Prescott 3.2 mi 8.3
BASIS Prescott Prescott 3.9 mi 8.5
Aspire High School Prescott 6.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,802

Median Home Value

$627,100

Median Rent

$1,132/mo

Population

19,430

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

62.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Granite Mountain Middle School

What grades does Granite Mountain Middle School serve?

Granite Mountain Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Granite Mountain Middle School?

Granite Mountain Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Granite Mountain Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Granite Mountain Middle School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Granite Mountain Middle School rank in AZ?

Granite Mountain Middle School ranks #1,319 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Granite Mountain Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Granite Mountain Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Granite Mountain Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Granite Mountain Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Granite Mountain Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Granite Mountain Middle School a Title I school?

No, Granite Mountain Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yavapai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

Prescott Unified District (4466)
District Enrollment
3,887
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,182
District Rank
#6 of 7

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