Serving 221 students in grades 7-8, Grand County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand County Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Moab, UT, covering approximately 3,688.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 45.7 miles to the edge and a maximum reach of 69.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand County Middle School's student population of 221 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
MLHMS Mission and Beliefs
School Rankings
Grand County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand County Middle School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand County Middle School's ranking?
Grand County Middle School is ranked #840 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Grand County Middle School?
221 students attend Grand County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Grand County Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand County Middle School?
Grand County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grand County Middle School offer ?
Grand County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Grand County Middle School part of?
Grand County Middle School is part of Grand School District.
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