Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Challenger 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 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Challenger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Challenger Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Challenger 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 Challenger Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#970 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
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 Challenger Elementary School's ranking?
Challenger Elementary School is ranked #970 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Challenger Elementary School?
376 students attend Challenger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Challenger Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challenger Elementary School?
Challenger Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challenger Elementary School offer ?
Challenger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Challenger Elementary School part of?
Challenger Elementary School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457) School District.
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