Serving 191 students in grades 5-8, Sacaton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Math Proficiency: 7%
- Reading Proficiency: 11%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacaton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sacaton Middle School's student population of 191 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sacaton Middle School is 0.23, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)7%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
87%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sacaton Middle School?
191 students attend Sacaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sacaton Middle School students are American Indian, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sacaton Middle School?
Sacaton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacaton Middle School offer ?
Sacaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Sacaton Middle School part of?
Sacaton Middle School is part of Sacaton Elementary District (4449) School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Currently have youngest child attending Sacaton Middle School. Child does well in his classes A's & B's. Might need to be challenged a bit more.
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