Sahuarita Middle School in Sahuarita, AZ serves 509 students in grades 6–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 27%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34% and the district average of 38%, showing a decline from 36% in 2022.
Reading proficiency stands at 42%, which is higher than the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 47%, remaining relatively stable over recent years.
Science proficiency is between 20% and 24%, approximately equal to the state average of 24%.
Enrollment increased from 480 students in 2001 to 579 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch rose significantly from 0% in 2001 to 30% in 2023, indicating notable shifts in socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sahuarita Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal blue and gold
School Motto
I will Reach for the Excellence Within Me!
School Rankings
Sahuarita Middle 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 Sahuarita Middle School is 0.55, 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
#820 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
28%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sahuarita Middle School's ranking?
Sahuarita Middle School is ranked #820 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sahuarita Middle School often compared to?
Sahuarita Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anza Trail, Sahuarita Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sahuarita Middle School?
498 students attend Sahuarita Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sahuarita Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sahuarita Middle School?
Sahuarita Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sahuarita Middle School offer ?
Sahuarita Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sahuarita Middle School part of?
Sahuarita Middle School is part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411).
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