Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-8,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Simon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
San Simon School's student population of 244 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of San Simon School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
29%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend San Simon School?
244 students attend San Simon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of San Simon School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Simon School?
San Simon School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Simon School offer ?
San Simon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is San Simon School part of?
San Simon School is part of San Simon School District.
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