Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Capitol 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 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Capitol Elementary School serves the west part of Phoenix, AZ, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point of the zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitol Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Capitol 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 Capitol Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1352 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
87%
49%
Black
6%
6%
White
5%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitol Elementary School's ranking?
Capitol Elementary School is ranked #1352 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Capitol Elementary School often compared to?
Capitol Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William T Machan Elementary School, Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School, Mary Mcleod Bethune School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Capitol Elementary School?
373 students attend Capitol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Capitol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol Elementary School?
Capitol Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capitol Elementary School offer ?
Capitol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol Elementary School part of?
Capitol Elementary School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
In what neighborhood is Capitol Elementary School located?
Capitol Elementary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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