Serving 886 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Catalina Ventura 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 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catalina Ventura School's student population of 886 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Catalina Ventura School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catalina Ventura School is 0.48, 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
#1317 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
71%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Catalina Ventura School's ranking?
Catalina Ventura School is ranked #1317 out of 1,956 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Catalina Ventura School?
886 students attend Catalina Ventura School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Catalina Ventura School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalina Ventura School?
Catalina Ventura School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Catalina Ventura School offer ?
Catalina Ventura School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catalina Ventura School part of?
Catalina Ventura School is part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280) School District.
In what neighborhood is Catalina Ventura School located?
Catalina Ventura School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2022
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