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Safford High School

1400 W 11th St
Safford, AZ 85546
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Safford High School, of the Safford Unified School District, is one of two public high schools in Safford, Arizona. The campus hosts the Safford Center for the Arts, located on the north lot of the campus property.
Serving 846 students in grades 9-12, Safford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 846 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : 85-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Safford High School's student population of 846 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
White, Blue

School Rankings

Safford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Safford High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#748 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
34%
35-39%
40%
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
55%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
85-89%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Safford High School's ranking?
Safford High School is ranked #748 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Safford High School often compared to?
Safford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thatcher High School, Bagdad Middle / Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Safford High School?
The graduation rate of Safford High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Safford High School?
846 students attend Safford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Safford High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Safford High School?
Safford High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Safford High School offer ?
Safford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Safford High School part of?
Safford High School is part of Safford Unified District (4218).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 846 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : 85-89% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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