Serving 107 students in grades 4-6, Capps Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Capps Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Heber, AZ, encompassing approximately 579.7 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 29.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capps Elementary School's student population of 107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capps Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capps Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#453 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
49%
White
72%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capps Elementary School's ranking?
Capps Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Capps Elementary School?
107 students attend Capps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Capps Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capps Elementary School?
Capps Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capps Elementary School offer ?
Capps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capps Elementary School part of?
Capps Elementary School is part of Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392).
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