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#513 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 26% in state

Snowflake Intermediate School

Middle School · Snowflake Unified District (4391)

682 W SCHOOL BUS LN, Snowflake, AZ 85937

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

24.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#513 of 2,006

In Snowflake

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Snowflake Unified District (4391)

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Snowflake Intermediate School

7.6/10

Middle School in Snowflake · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Snowflake Intermediate School

Snowflake Intermediate School is a public middle school in Snowflake, AZ, part of Snowflake Unified District (4391). Snowflake Intermediate School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Snowflake Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #513 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Snowflake Intermediate School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Snowflake Intermediate School runs 24.8:1 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.

34% of students at Snowflake 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 Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+30.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,717
Chronic Absenteeism34%

Snowflake Intermediate School — Students at Snowflake Intermediate School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (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
71%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
57%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Snowflake Intermediate School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

Location

682 W SCHOOL BUS LN, Snowflake, AZ 85937

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Snowflake Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Taylor Intermediate School (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Snowflake Junior High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Show Low Junior High School (rated 5.9/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Show Low), a more accessible option. For more schools in Snowflake, see our Snowflake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NAVIT - Snowflake High School Snowflake 0.1 mi
Snowflake High School Snowflake 0.1 mi 7.9
Highland Primary School Snowflake 0.5 mi 7.8
Snowflake Preschool Snowflake 0.6 mi
Snowflake Junior High School Snowflake 1.2 mi 7.2
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College SCC Snowflake 1.3 mi
George Washington Academy Mesa 1.8 mi 8.0
Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor 2.0 mi 7.3
Taylor Intermediate School Snowflake 2.9 mi 7.9
Taylor Elementary School Snowflake 3.0 mi 7.4
Sequoia Village School Show Low 15.6 mi 4.0
Linden Elementary School Show Low 15.6 mi 6.9
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 17.1 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 17.1 mi 8.2
White Mountain Institute Show Low 17.1 mi 7.0
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 17.1 mi 4.5
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 17.3 mi 5.9
WMI ON LINE Show Low 17.4 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 17.4 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 18.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85937 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,475

Median Home Value

$259,000

Median Rent

$1,182/mo

Population

9,975

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

80.9%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Median Age

31.7

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Snowflake Junior High School Snowflake, AZ 7.2
Fairbanks Middle School Morenci, AZ 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Snowflake Intermediate School

What grades does Snowflake Intermediate School serve?

Snowflake Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Snowflake Intermediate School?

Snowflake Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Snowflake Intermediate School is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Snowflake Intermediate School rank in AZ?

Snowflake Intermediate School ranks #513 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Snowflake Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Snowflake Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Snowflake Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Snowflake Intermediate School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Snowflake Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Snowflake Intermediate School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

District

Snowflake Unified District (4391)
District Enrollment
2,831
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,717
District Rank
#4 of 6

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