Serving 228 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- 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 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Motto
Engage. Embrace. Contribute.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sacaton Middle School is 0.28, 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)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
84%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
228 students attend Sacaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Sacaton Middle School students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sacaton Middle School?
Sacaton Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacaton Middle School offer ?
Sacaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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