Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Painted Sky Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Painted Sky Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Painted Sky Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Painted Sky Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Painted Sky Elementary School is 0.57, which is less 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
#182 out of 1854 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
60%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Painted Sky Elementary School's ranking?
Painted Sky Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Painted Sky Elementary School often compared to?
Painted Sky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Creek Elementary School, Winifred Harelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Painted Sky Elementary School?
335 students attend Painted Sky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Painted Sky Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Painted Sky Elementary School?
Painted Sky Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Painted Sky Elementary School offer ?
Painted Sky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Painted Sky Elementary School part of?
Painted Sky Elementary School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406) School District.
In what neighborhood is Painted Sky Elementary School located?
Painted Sky Elementary School is located in the Rancho Vistoso neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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