Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Esmond Station School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esmond Station School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Esmond Station School's student population of 739 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Mascot
Ironhorse
School Rankings
Esmond Station School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esmond Station School is 0.61, 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
#60 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ironhorse
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esmond Station School's ranking?
Esmond Station School is ranked #60 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Esmond Station School often compared to?
Esmond Station Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leman Academy Of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Esmond Station School?
739 students attend Esmond Station School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Esmond Station School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esmond Station School?
Esmond Station School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Esmond Station School offer ?
Esmond Station School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esmond Station School part of?
Esmond Station School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Esmond Station School located?
Esmond Station School is located in the Rita Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 10 other public schools located in Rita Ranch.
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