Serving 642 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elvira Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elvira Elementary School serves the northern part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are typically only a 5-10 minute drive from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elvira Elementary School's student population of 642 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elvira Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elvira Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#819 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elvira Elementary School's ranking?
Elvira Elementary School is ranked #819 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Elvira Elementary School often compared to?
Elvira Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet, Drexel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Elvira Elementary School?
642 students attend Elvira Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elvira Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elvira Elementary School?
Elvira Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elvira Elementary School offer ?
Elvira Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elvira Elementary School part of?
Elvira Elementary School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407).
In what neighborhood is Elvira Elementary School located?
Elvira Elementary School is located in the Barrio Nopal neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Barrio Nopal.
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