Snowflake Intermediate School in Snowflake, AZ serves grades 4–6 with an enrollment of 421 students and a student–teacher ratio of 25:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 55%, higher than the Arizona state average of 34% and approximately equal to the district average of 54%, though this reflects a decline from 60% in 2021.
Reading proficiency stands at 57%, which is higher than the state average of 40% and slightly above the district average of 55%, showing relative stability over recent years.
Science proficiency at 45–49% is higher than the state average of 24% and district average of 42%, with scores remaining stable between 2021 and 2022.
Enrollment increased from 374 students in 2022 to 411 in 2023, alongside a rise in students eligible for free lunch from 19% in 2022 to 37% in 2023, indicating a notable socioeconomic shift.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Snowflake Intermediate School serves the northern part of its district in Snowflake, AZ, covering an area of approximately 398.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 26 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snowflake Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Snowflake Intermediate School's student population of 423 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Snowflake Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snowflake Intermediate School is 0.43, 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
#294 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
49%
White
74%
33%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lobos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowflake Intermediate School's ranking?
Snowflake Intermediate School is ranked #294 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Snowflake Intermediate School?
423 students attend Snowflake Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Snowflake Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snowflake Intermediate School?
Snowflake Intermediate School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snowflake Intermediate School offer ?
Snowflake Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snowflake Intermediate School part of?
Snowflake Intermediate School is part of Snowflake Unified District (4391).
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