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#751 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 37% in state

Sahuarita Intermediate School

Elementary School · Sahuarita Unified District (4411)

350 W SAHUARITA RD, Sahuarita, AZ 85629

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#751 of 2,006

In Sahuarita

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Sahuarita Unified District (4411)

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Sahuarita Intermediate School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Sahuarita · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy

4.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Sahuarita Middle School

6.2/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Sahuarita Intermediate School

Sahuarita Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Sahuarita, AZ, part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411). Sahuarita Intermediate School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sahuarita Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #751 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Sahuarita Intermediate School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Sahuarita Intermediate 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,786
Chronic Absenteeism39.9%

Sahuarita Intermediate School — Students at Sahuarita Intermediate School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Sahuarita Intermediate School Compares

See how Sahuarita Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

350 W SAHUARITA RD, Sahuarita, AZ 85629

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sahuarita Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Copper View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Continental Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Green Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sahuarita, see our Sahuarita schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy Sahuarita 0.1 mi 4.7
Sahuarita Middle School Sahuarita 0.1 mi 6.2
Copper View Elementary School Sahuarita 0.2 mi 8.3
Sahuarita Primary School Sahuarita 0.2 mi 7.2
PCJTED - Sahuarita High School Tucson 0.3 mi
Sahuarita High School Sahuarita 0.3 mi 6.3
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School Sahuarita 0.4 mi 7.0
Anza Trail Sahuarita 0.8 mi 7.2
Great Expectations Academy Sahuarita 2.3 mi 6.5
PCJTED - Walden Grove High School Tucson 2.8 mi
Walden Grove High School Sahuarita 2.8 mi 6.9
Colearn Academy Arizona Green Valley 6.4 mi
Summit View Elementary Tucson 7.7 mi 2.9
Continental Elementary School Green Valley 8.1 mi 7.6
SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL Tucson 10.4 mi 7.5
Challenger Middle School Tucson 11.5 mi 3.4
Santa Clara Elementary School Tucson 11.5 mi 5.1
Elvira Elementary School Tucson 11.6 mi 6.8
Maldonado Amelia Elementary School Tucson 11.5 mi 5.8
SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson 11.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,039

Median Home Value

$313,600

Median Rent

$1,770/mo

Population

30,989

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sahuarita Intermediate School

What grades does Sahuarita Intermediate School serve?

Sahuarita Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sahuarita Intermediate School?

Sahuarita Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sahuarita Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sahuarita Intermediate School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sahuarita Intermediate School rank in AZ?

Sahuarita Intermediate School ranks #751 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Sahuarita Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sahuarita Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Sahuarita Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sahuarita Intermediate School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sahuarita Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Sahuarita Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sahuarita Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Sahuarita Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.9%

District

Sahuarita Unified District (4411)
District Enrollment
6,431
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,786
District Rank
#4 of 10

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