Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Finley Farms Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finley Farms Elementary 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
Finley Farms Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Finley Farms Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Finley Farms Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finley Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Finley Farms Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Finley Farms Elementary School?
594 students attend Finley Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Finley Farms Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Finley Farms Elementary School?
Finley Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Finley Farms Elementary School offer ?
Finley Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Finley Farms Elementary School part of?
Finley Farms Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
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