Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Mohave Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mohave Middle School serves the southwest part of Scottsdale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mohave Middle School's student population of 753 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mohave Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mohave Middle School is 0.63, 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
#559 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mohave Middle School's ranking?
Mohave Middle School is ranked #559 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mohave Middle School often compared to?
Mohave Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingleside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mohave Middle School?
753 students attend Mohave Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mohave Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mohave Middle School?
Mohave Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mohave Middle School offer ?
Mohave Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mohave Middle School part of?
Mohave Middle School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Mohave Middle School located?
Mohave Middle School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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