Safford High School in Safford, AZ, serves 846 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 24:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 21:1.
Math proficiency ranges from 35% to 39%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 34%, but shows a decline from 55% in 2019 to 35% in 2023.
Reading proficiency is between 35% and 39%, which is lower than the state average of 40%, and has declined from 55% in 2019.
Science proficiency ranges from 20% to 24%, approximately equal to the state average of 24%, based on the most recent data.
The graduation rate is between 85% and 89%, higher than the state average of 77%, with rates consistently outperforming the state over recent years.
Minority enrollment stands at 60% with 467 Hispanic students and 12 American Indian students, reflecting a diverse student body in this Safford, AZ public high school.
Enrollment has remained stable around 830–860 students over recent years, with a notable increase in students eligible for free lunch from 20% in 2022 to 28% in 2023, indicating recent changes in socioeconomic composition.
The school's overall ranking improved from #1125 in 2021 to #748 in 2023, though it remains outside the top 700 in Arizona.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Safford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Safford, AZ, covering approximately 422.8 square miles. Most families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 34.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 52.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Safford High School's student population of 828 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
828 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Safford High 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 Safford High School is 0.53, 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
#748 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Safford High School's ranking?
Safford High School is ranked #748 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Safford High School often compared to?
Safford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thatcher High School, Bagdad Middle / Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Safford High School?
The graduation rate of Safford High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Safford High School?
828 students attend Safford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Safford High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Safford High School?
Safford High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Safford High School offer ?
Safford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Safford High School part of?
Safford High School is part of Safford Unified District (4218).
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