Snowflake High School in Snowflake, AZ, serves 922 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 24:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 40–44%, higher than the state average of 34% but lower than the district average of 54%, with scores declining from 80–84% in 2018 to 40–44% in 2023.
Reading proficiency ranges from 50–54%, higher than the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 55%, showing a noticeable decline since 2018 levels above 70%.
Graduation rate is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77% and about equal to the Snowflake Unified District rate.
Minority enrollment is 21%, with no significant multi–year demographic shifts noted; the school's free lunch eligibility increased from 13% in 2022 to 25% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Snowflake High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Snowflake school district, covering approximately 587.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located 25.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snowflake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Snowflake High School's student population of 949 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
949 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1888
School Rankings
Snowflake High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snowflake High School is 0.39, 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
#502 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
White
77%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
90%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Lobos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowflake High School's ranking?
Snowflake High School is ranked #502 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Snowflake High School?
The graduation rate of Snowflake High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Snowflake High School?
949 students attend Snowflake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Snowflake High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snowflake High School?
Snowflake High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snowflake High School offer ?
Snowflake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snowflake High School part of?
Snowflake High School is part of Snowflake Unified District (4391).
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