Dorothy Stinson School

2013 S 8th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dorothy Stinson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 539 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 50% in AZ
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Dorothy Stinson School's student population of 539 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Dorothy Stinson 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 Dorothy Stinson School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#619 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
40%
34%
46%
40%
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
35%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bulldog

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dorothy Stinson School's ranking?
Dorothy Stinson School is ranked #619 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Dorothy Stinson School often compared to?
Dorothy Stinson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thatcher Elementary School, Ruth Powell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dorothy Stinson School?
539 students attend Dorothy Stinson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dorothy Stinson School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorothy Stinson School?
Dorothy Stinson School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dorothy Stinson School offer ?
Dorothy Stinson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorothy Stinson School part of?
Dorothy Stinson School is part of Safford Unified District (4218).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 539 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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