Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Apache Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apache Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Apache Elementary School's student population of 732 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apache Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apache 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
#448 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
24%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apache Elementary School's ranking?
Apache Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Apache Elementary School often compared to?
Apache Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Apache Elementary School?
732 students attend Apache Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Apache Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apache Elementary School?
Apache Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Apache Elementary School offer ?
Apache Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Apache Elementary School part of?
Apache Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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