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#660 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 33% in state

Snowflake Junior High School

Middle School · Snowflake Unified District (4391)

682 W SCHOOL BUS LN, Snowflake, AZ 85937

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

23.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#660 of 2,006

In Snowflake

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Snowflake Unified District (4391)

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.2/10

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About Snowflake Junior High School

Snowflake Junior High School is a public middle school in Snowflake, AZ, part of Snowflake Unified District (4391). Snowflake Junior High School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Snowflake Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #660 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Snowflake Junior High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Snowflake Junior High School runs 23.7:1 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.

52% of students at Snowflake Junior High 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 Progress8.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,717
Chronic Absenteeism52.1%

Snowflake Junior High School — Students at Snowflake Junior High School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (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
60%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
56%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Snowflake Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.1%

Location

682 W SCHOOL BUS LN, Snowflake, AZ 85937

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Snowflake Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Taylor Intermediate School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Snowflake Intermediate School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Show Low Junior High School (rated 5.9/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Show Low), a more accessible option. For more schools in Snowflake, see our Snowflake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.9 mi
School Distance Rating
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College SCC Snowflake 0.2 mi
George Washington Academy Mesa 0.6 mi 8.0
Highland Primary School Snowflake 0.7 mi 7.8
Snowflake Preschool Snowflake 1.0 mi
NAVIT - Snowflake High School Snowflake 1.1 mi
Snowflake High School Snowflake 1.1 mi 7.9
Snowflake Intermediate School Snowflake 1.2 mi 7.6
Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor 1.1 mi 7.3
Taylor Elementary School Snowflake 1.8 mi 7.4
Taylor Intermediate School Snowflake 1.8 mi 7.9
Sequoia Village School Show Low 14.5 mi 4.0
Linden Elementary School Show Low 14.5 mi 6.9
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 16.0 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 16.0 mi 8.2
White Mountain Institute Show Low 16.0 mi 7.0
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 16.0 mi 4.5
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 16.2 mi 5.9
WMI ON LINE Show Low 16.2 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 16.2 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 16.9 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Snowflake Junior High School

What grades does Snowflake Junior High School serve?

Snowflake Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 9th.

How many students attend Snowflake Junior High School?

Snowflake Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Snowflake Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Snowflake Junior High School is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Snowflake Junior High School rank in AZ?

Snowflake Junior High School ranks #660 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Snowflake Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Snowflake Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Snowflake Junior High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Snowflake Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Snowflake Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.1%

District

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

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