Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Luke Elementary 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Luke Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luke Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#912 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
45%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luke Elementary School's ranking?
Luke Elementary School is ranked #912 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Luke Elementary School?
573 students attend Luke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Luke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luke Elementary School?
Luke Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Luke Elementary School offer ?
Luke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Luke Elementary School part of?
Luke Elementary School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
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