Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dorothy Stinson 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 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dorothy Stinson School's student population of 583 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dorothy Stinson School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorothy Stinson School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#649 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
58%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorothy Stinson School's ranking?
Dorothy Stinson School is ranked #649 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Dorothy Stinson School often compared to?
Dorothy Stinson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thatcher Elementary School, Ruth Powell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dorothy Stinson School?
583 students attend Dorothy Stinson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dorothy Stinson School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorothy Stinson School?
Dorothy Stinson School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dorothy Stinson School offer ?
Dorothy Stinson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dorothy Stinson School part of?
Dorothy Stinson School is part of Safford Unified District (4218) School District.
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