Fort Thomas Unified District (4221)

Situated at 15560 W Elementary School Road in Fort Thomas, Arizona, the Fort Thomas Unified District serves as a vital educational anchor for its surrounding rural remote community within the broader Safford area. Operating four active schools as a traditional public school system, the district provides a comprehensive academic continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. According to the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics dataset, this open and fully operational district offers a welcoming learning environment tailored to the unique geographic and cultural identity of southeastern Arizona, maintaining accessible community ties both on-site and through its digital portal at ftusd.org.

The district supports a student body of 638 children, characterized by a rich cultural heritage with a significant majority of 576 American Indian students alongside Hispanic, White, and multiracial youth. To serve this vibrant community, Fort Thomas Unified District maintains a robust workforce comprising 110 full-time equivalent teachers, approximately 8 instructional aides, and nearly 93 support staff members, bringing total district staffing to over 210 full-time equivalent positions. This strong educator-and-support network ensures that students across all grade levels receive tailored instruction, comprehensive student services, and a supportive environment designed to promote academic achievement and community well-being.