Below Average
#1698 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Sinagua Middle School
Middle School · Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
3950 E BUTLER AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Enrollment
1,035
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,035
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,698 of 2,006
In Flagstaff
#25 of 25
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
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About Sinagua Middle School
Sinagua Middle School is a public middle school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192). Sinagua Middle School serves approximately 1,035 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sinagua Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,698 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Sinagua Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Sinagua 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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Sinagua Middle School — Students at Sinagua Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
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: 3.9/10.
How Sinagua Middle School Compares
See how Sinagua Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3950 E BUTLER AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sinagua Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BASIS Flagstaff (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Forest School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northland Preparatory Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,486
Median Home Value
$464,100
Median Rent
$1,611/mo
Population
36,893
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sinagua Middle School
What grades does Sinagua Middle School serve?
Sinagua Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sinagua Middle School?
Sinagua Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,035 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sinagua Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sinagua Middle School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sinagua Middle School rank in AZ?
Sinagua Middle School ranks #1,698 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Sinagua Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sinagua Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Sinagua Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sinagua Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sinagua Middle School a charter school?
No, Sinagua Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sinagua Middle School a Title I school?
No, Sinagua Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,035
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Coconino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (928) 527-5500
Resources & Links
District
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)- District Enrollment
- 8,820
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,945
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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