Serving 458 students in grades 6-9, Snowflake Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snowflake Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Snowflake Junior High School's student population of 458 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Snowflake Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snowflake Junior High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowflake Junior High School's ranking?
Snowflake Junior High School is ranked #314 out of 1,854 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Snowflake Junior High School?
458 students attend Snowflake Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Snowflake Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snowflake Junior High School?
Snowflake Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snowflake Junior High School offer ?
Snowflake Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Snowflake Junior High School part of?
Snowflake Junior High School is part of Snowflake Unified District (4391) School District.
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