Lafe Nelson School vs Safford Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 551 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafe Nelson School
Safford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
471 students
Safford Middle School
Safford · Public middle · Grades 7–8
375 students
| Measure | Lafe Nelson School Safford, Arizona | Safford Middle School Safford, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #522 of 1,136 | #102 of 203 |
| National rank | #30099 of 50,301 | #12380 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 471 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 471 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 35% |
| city | Safford | Safford |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafe Nelson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 27.6).
- •Lafe Nelson School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 35%).
- •Lafe Nelson School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Safford Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 22.4).
- •Lafe Nelson School is the larger school with 471 students compared with 375.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lafe Nelson School better than Safford Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lafe Nelson School ranks higher (42.8 vs 27.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lafe Nelson School and Safford Middle School?
About 551 m in a straight line, between Safford and Safford in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafe Nelson School: 471. Safford Middle School: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafe Nelson School and Safford Middle School rank in Arizona?
Lafe Nelson School is 522nd of 1,136 and Safford Middle School is 102nd of 203 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).