Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, William R Sullivan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William R Sullivan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William R Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William R Sullivan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William R Sullivan Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1756 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
92%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William R Sullivan Elementary School's ranking?
William R Sullivan Elementary School is ranked #1756 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend William R Sullivan Elementary School?
588 students attend William R Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of William R Sullivan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William R Sullivan Elementary School?
William R Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does William R Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
William R Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is William R Sullivan Elementary School part of?
William R Sullivan Elementary School is part of Murphy Elementary District (4265) School District.
In what neighborhood is William R Sullivan Elementary School located?
William R Sullivan Elementary School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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