Serving 398 students in grades 5-8, Fairbanks Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairbanks Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Morenci, AZ school district, covering approximately 391.5 square miles. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with distances averaging about 15.4 miles to the zone's edge and extending up to 20.8 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairbanks Middle School's student population of 398 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairbanks Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairbanks Middle School is 0.51, 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
#779 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
25%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairbanks Middle School's ranking?
Fairbanks Middle School is ranked #779 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Fairbanks Middle School often compared to?
Fairbanks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncan Elementary School, Dr. Gary And Annette Auxier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Fairbanks Middle School?
398 students attend Fairbanks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fairbanks Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairbanks Middle School?
Fairbanks Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairbanks Middle School offer ?
Fairbanks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairbanks Middle School part of?
Fairbanks Middle School is part of Morenci Unified District (4230).
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