Serving 424 students in grades 5-8, Bullhead City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bullhead City Jr High School serves the southern part of Bullhead City, AZ, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 4.7 square miles. Most students live within a short driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, typically around 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bullhead City Middle School's student population of 424 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
School Motto
Data not available
School Rankings
Bullhead City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bullhead City Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1722 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
24%
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
40%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Data not available
School Mascot
Data Not Available
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bullhead City Middle School's ranking?
Bullhead City Middle School is ranked #1722 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Bullhead City Middle School often compared to?
Bullhead City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Creek Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Bullhead City Middle School?
424 students attend Bullhead City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bullhead City Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bullhead City Middle School offer ?
Bullhead City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bullhead City Middle School part of?
Bullhead City Middle School is part of Bullhead City School District (4378).
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