Serving 236 students in grades 5-8, Sacaton 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 11%
- Attendance Zone: Sacaton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sacaton, AZ, covering approximately 281.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sacaton Middle School's student population of 236 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Motto
Engage. Embrace. Contribute.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sacaton Middle School is 0.25, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
86%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sacaton Middle School?
236 students attend Sacaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sacaton Middle School students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacaton Middle School?
Sacaton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacaton Middle School offer ?
Sacaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacaton Middle School part of?
Sacaton Middle School is part of Sacaton Elementary District (4449).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Currently have youngest child attending Sacaton Middle School. Child does well in his classes A's & B's. Might need to be challenged a bit more.
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