Serving 742 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alhambra Traditional School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- 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 742 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Alhambra Traditional School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alhambra Traditional School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
75%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alhambra Traditional School's ranking?
Alhambra Traditional School is ranked #82 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alhambra Traditional School?
742 students attend Alhambra Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Alhambra Traditional School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% 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 20:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alhambra Traditional School part of?
Alhambra Traditional School is part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280) School District.
In what neighborhood is Alhambra Traditional School located?
Alhambra Traditional School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
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