Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dos Rios 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 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dos Rios Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tolleson school district, covering approximately 35 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.9 miles, and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dos Rios Elementary School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dos Rios 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 Dos Rios Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1648 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rocket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dos Rios Elementary School's ranking?
Dos Rios Elementary School is ranked #1648 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dos Rios Elementary School?
614 students attend Dos Rios Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dos Rios Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 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 Dos Rios Elementary School?
Dos Rios Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dos Rios Elementary School offer ?
Dos Rios Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dos Rios Elementary School part of?
Dos Rios Elementary School is part of Union Elementary District (4277).
In what neighborhood is Dos Rios Elementary School located?
Dos Rios Elementary School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Tolleson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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