Ash Fork High School is a high school in Ash Fork, Arizona, USA. It is the only high school under the jurisdiction of the Ash Fork Joint Unified School District, which also includes an elementary school and middle school.
Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Ash Fork Middle 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ash Fork Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ash Fork Middle School's student population of 63 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Ash Fork Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ash Fork Middle 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ash Fork Middle School's ranking?
Ash Fork Middle School is ranked #502 out of 1,921 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ash Fork Middle School?
63 students attend Ash Fork Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ash Fork Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ash Fork Middle School?
Ash Fork Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ash Fork Middle School offer ?
Ash Fork Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ash Fork Middle School part of?
Ash Fork Middle School is part of ASH Fork Joint Unified District (4471) School District.
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