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#445 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 22% in state

Mohave Middle School

Middle School · Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

8490 E JACKRABBIT RD, Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Enrollment

798

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#445 of 2,006

In Scottsdale

#27 of 46

public schools

In district

#22 of 30

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Mohave Middle School

7.8/10

Middle School in Scottsdale · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mohave Middle School

Mohave Middle School is a public middle school in Scottsdale, AZ, part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240). Mohave Middle School serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mohave Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mohave Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.0
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Mohave Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

45% of students at Mohave 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 Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,306
Chronic Absenteeism44.6%

Mohave Middle School — Students at Mohave Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (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
71%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
52%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Mohave Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
123 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

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

8490 E JACKRABBIT RD, Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mohave Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pueblo Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kiva Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Paradise Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Noah Webster Schools-Pima Scottsdale 0.4 mi 7.6
Saguaro High School Scottsdale 0.9 mi 8.0
Navajo Elementary School Scottsdale 1.0 mi 8.3
Pueblo Elementary School Scottsdale 1.0 mi 9.4
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero Phoenix 1.7 mi 9.2
Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep Phoenix 1.7 mi 9.0
Pima Elementary School Scottsdale 2.0 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsdale 2.1 mi 6.5
Kiva Elementary School Paradise Valley 2.1 mi 9.2
Hohokam Elementary School Scottsdale 3.1 mi 8.8
Montessori Academy Paradise Valley 2.7 mi 7.9
Coronado High School Scottsdale 3.2 mi 5.7
FUSION SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 3.4 mi 6.5
Scottsdale Online Learning Scottsdale 3.4 mi 8.1
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation Scottsdale 3.2 mi 8.6
Echo Canyon K-8 Scottsdale 3.2 mi 6.8
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale 3.7 mi 9.1
SIERRA ACADEMY OF SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 3.7 mi 6.2
CHRYSALIS ACAD DAY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM Scottsdale 3.9 mi 6.0
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARIZONA Scottsdale 3.9 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,133

Median Home Value

$507,500

Median Rent

$1,762/mo

Population

14,904

College Educated

57.8%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

49.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Orange Grove Middle School Tucson, AZ 7.7
Ingleside Middle School Phoenix, AZ 7.9
Lawrence W Cross Middle School Tucson, AZ 8.0
Mountainside Middle School Scottsdale, AZ 7.6
Cooley Middle School Gilbert, AZ 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mohave Middle School

What grades does Mohave Middle School serve?

Mohave Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mohave Middle School?

Mohave Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mohave Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mohave Middle School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mohave Middle School rank in AZ?

Mohave Middle School ranks #445 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mohave Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mohave Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Mohave Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mohave Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mohave Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mohave Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
123
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

District

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
District Enrollment
20,940
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,306
District Rank
#22 of 30

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