Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Cocopah Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cocopah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cocopah Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cocopah Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cocopah Middle School is 0.39, 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
#98 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cocopah Middle School's ranking?
Cocopah Middle School is ranked #98 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Cocopah Middle School often compared to?
Cocopah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountainside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cocopah Middle School?
851 students attend Cocopah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cocopah Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cocopah Middle School?
Cocopah Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cocopah Middle School offer ?
Cocopah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cocopah Middle School part of?
Cocopah Middle School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Cocopah Middle School located?
Cocopah Middle School is located in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Scottsdale.
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