SAFFORD K-8 SCHOOL

Safford K-8 School is a public elementary school that is part of the Tucson Unified District (4403) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 636 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 42 teachers, Safford K-8 School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Safford K-8 School, located in the heart of downtown Tucson at 200 E. 13th Street, serves as a central educational hub within the Tucson Unified School District. Known for its historical significance and deep community roots, the school offers a comprehensive K-8 curriculum designed to support students through their foundational years of development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, student engagement, and the cultivation of essential life skills.

Beyond its core academics, Safford K-8 is recognized for its commitment to providing a diverse and enriching student experience. The school often leverages its urban location to connect students with the broader Tucson community, utilizing specialized programs and resources to enhance classroom instruction. By focusing on both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students, Safford K-8 strives to prepare its graduates for the transition into high school and beyond, maintaining a strong focus on inclusivity and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Safford K-8 School at (520) 225-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

200 E. 13th Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
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SAFFORD K-8 SCHOOL is a public school in Tucson, AZ with about 636 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
636
Teachers:
42.82
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 636 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SAFFORD K-8 SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 82% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
81.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
8.2%
Black or African American
5.0%
White
3.6%
Two or more races
1.1%
Asian
0.2%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.