Serving 375 students in grades 7-8, Safford 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 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Safford Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Safford, AZ school district, encompassing approximately 422.8 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 34.8 miles to its edges and the furthest point being 52.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Safford Middle School's student population of 375 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Safford Middle 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 Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1059 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Safford Middle School's ranking?
Safford Middle School is ranked #1059 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Safford Middle School?
375 students attend Safford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Safford Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Safford Middle School?
Safford Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Safford Middle School offer ?
Safford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Safford Middle School part of?
Safford Middle School is part of Safford Unified District (4218).
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