Below Average
#1658 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Safford Middle School
Middle School · Safford Unified District (4218)
698 W 11TH ST, Safford, AZ 85546
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,658 of 2,006
In Safford
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Safford Unified District (4218)
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About Safford Middle School
Safford Middle School is a public middle school in Safford, AZ, part of Safford Unified District (4218). Safford Middle School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Safford Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,658 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Safford Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Safford Middle School runs 22.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
58% of students at Safford Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Safford Middle School — Students at Safford Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.1/10.
How Safford Middle School Compares
See how Safford Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
698 W 11TH ST, Safford, AZ 85546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Safford Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Thatcher Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Thatcher), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pima Junior High School (rated 5.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Pima), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Safford, see our Safford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lafe Nelson School Safford | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Ruth Powell Elementary School Safford | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Triumphant Learning Center Safford | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Dorothy Stinson School Safford | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| GIFT - Safford High School Thatcher | 0.7 mi | — |
| Safford High School Safford | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Mt Graham High School Safford | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Thatcher High School Thatcher | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Thatcher Middle School Thatcher | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Eagle Online Academy Thatcher | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Thatcher Elementary School Thatcher | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Jack Daley Primary School Thatcher | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| GIFT - Gila Institute for Technology Thatcher | 3.1 mi | — |
| Solomon Elementary School Solomon | 4.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Dan Hinton Accommodation School Pima | 7.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Pima Junior High School Pima | 7.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GIFT - Pima High School Thatcher | 7.9 mi | — |
| Pima High School Pima | 7.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Pima Elementary School Pima | 8.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Gila Valley Learning Center Pima | 8.0 mi | — |
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 Safford Middle School
What grades does Safford Middle School serve?
Safford Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Safford Middle School?
Safford Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Safford Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Safford Middle School is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Safford Middle School rank in AZ?
Safford Middle School ranks #1,658 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Safford Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Safford Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Safford Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Safford Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Safford Middle School a charter school?
No, Safford Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Safford Middle School a Title I school?
No, Safford Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Graham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (928) 348-7040
Resources & Links
District
Safford Unified District (4218)- District Enrollment
- 2,895
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,262
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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