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Very Good

#475 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 24% in state

Mt Graham High School

High School · Safford Unified District (4218)

300 W DISCOVERY PARK BLVD, Safford, AZ 85546

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#475 of 2,006

In Safford

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Safford Unified District (4218)

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Mt Graham High School

7.7/10

High School in Safford · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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4.6/10

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About Mt Graham High School

Mt Graham High School is a public high school in Safford, AZ, part of Safford Unified District (4218). Mt Graham High School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Graham High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #475 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mt Graham High School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Mt Graham High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,262

Mt Graham High School — Students at Mt Graham High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 14.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
10%
2018
ELA
24.5%
2019
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Mt Graham High School Compares

See how Mt Graham High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 W DISCOVERY PARK BLVD, Safford, AZ 85546

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Graham High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Thatcher High School (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Thatcher), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pima High School (rated 8.0/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Pima), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Safford High School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Safford, see our Safford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Dorothy Stinson School Safford 0.9 mi 7.4
Safford Middle School Safford 1.7 mi 4.6
Lafe Nelson School Safford 1.7 mi 7.2
Ruth Powell Elementary School Safford 1.9 mi 6.9
GIFT - Safford High School Thatcher 2.0 mi
Safford High School Safford 2.0 mi 7.4
Triumphant Learning Center Safford 2.1 mi 3.9
Thatcher High School Thatcher 3.7 mi 8.7
GIFT - Gila Institute for Technology Thatcher 3.9 mi
Thatcher Middle School Thatcher 4.2 mi 6.1
Eagle Online Academy Thatcher 4.2 mi 3.7
Thatcher Elementary School Thatcher 4.3 mi 7.2
Jack Daley Primary School Thatcher 4.4 mi 9.1
Solomon Elementary School Solomon 4.6 mi 5.7
Dan Hinton Accommodation School Pima 8.9 mi 7.4
Pima Junior High School Pima 9.0 mi 5.2
GIFT - Pima High School Thatcher 9.1 mi
Pima High School Pima 9.1 mi 8.0
Gila Valley Learning Center Pima 9.2 mi
Pima Elementary School Pima 9.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,930

Median Home Value

$192,700

Median Rent

$930/mo

Population

20,735

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Graham High School

What grades does Mt Graham High School serve?

Mt Graham High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mt Graham High School?

Mt Graham High School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Graham High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Graham High School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt Graham High School rank in AZ?

Mt Graham High School ranks #475 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mt Graham High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Graham High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mt Graham High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Graham High School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mt Graham High School a charter school?

No, Mt Graham High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt Graham High School a Title I school?

No, Mt Graham High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
alternative
Setting
Remote Town
County
Graham County
4-Year Graduation
84.5%

District

Safford Unified District (4218)
District Enrollment
2,895
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,262
District Rank
#1 of 6

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