Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arlington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington Elementary School serves the entire Arlington, AZ district, encompassing approximately 708 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 32.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlington Elementary School's student population of 297 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
33%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?
297 students attend Arlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Arlington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary School?
Arlington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?
Arlington Elementary School is part of Arlington Elementary District (4274).
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