Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Safford K-8 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Safford Engineering/Technology Magnet Middle School serves the west part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Safford K-8 School's student population of 318 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Safford K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Safford K-8 School is 0.32, 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
#1896 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Safford K-8 School's ranking?
Safford K-8 School is ranked #1896 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Safford K-8 School?
318 students attend Safford K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Safford K-8 School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Safford K-8 School?
Safford K-8 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Safford K-8 School offer ?
Safford K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Safford K-8 School part of?
Safford K-8 School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Safford K-8 School located?
Safford K-8 School is located in the Armory Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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