Serving 486 students in grades 6-9, Snowflake Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 24% 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snowflake Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Snowflake Junior High School's student population of 486 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Snowflake Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snowflake Junior High School is 0.39, 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
#432 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
76%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowflake Junior High School's ranking?
Snowflake Junior High School is ranked #432 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Snowflake Junior High School?
486 students attend Snowflake Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Snowflake Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snowflake Junior High School?
Snowflake Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snowflake Junior High School offer ?
Snowflake Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Snowflake Junior High School part of?
Snowflake Junior High School is part of Snowflake Unified District (4391) School District.
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