Alhambra Traditional School serves 718 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Alhambra Traditional School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alhambra Traditional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alhambra Traditional School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alhambra Traditional School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Alhambra Traditional School is 0.45, 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
#202 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
73%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
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 Alhambra Traditional School's ranking?
Alhambra Traditional School is ranked #202 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alhambra Traditional School?
718 students attend Alhambra Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Alhambra Traditional School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alhambra Traditional School?
Alhambra Traditional School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alhambra Traditional School offer ?
Alhambra Traditional School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alhambra Traditional School part of?
Alhambra Traditional School is part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 11, 2024 (Monday)
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