Average
#1418 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Mount Elden Middle School
Middle School · Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
3223 N 4TH ST, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,418 of 2,006
In Flagstaff
#21 of 25
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Mount Elden Middle School
Mount Elden Middle School is a public middle school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192). Mount Elden Middle School serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Elden Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,418 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Elden Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Mount Elden 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
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Mount Elden Middle School — Students at Mount Elden Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.6/10.
How Mount Elden Middle School Compares
See how Mount Elden Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3223 N 4TH ST, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Elden Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Charles W Sechrist Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haven Montessori Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BASIS Flagstaff (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,486
Median Home Value
$464,100
Median Rent
$1,611/mo
Population
36,893
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Elden Middle School
What grades does Mount Elden Middle School serve?
Mount Elden Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Elden Middle School?
Mount Elden Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Elden Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Elden Middle School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Elden Middle School rank in AZ?
Mount Elden Middle School ranks #1,418 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Mount Elden Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Elden Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mount Elden Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Elden Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Elden Middle School a charter school?
No, Mount Elden Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Elden Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mount Elden Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Coconino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.2%
- Phone
- (928) 773-8250
Resources & Links
District
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)- District Enrollment
- 8,820
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,945
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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