Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School serves the eastern part of Nogales, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#574 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
99%
49%
White
1%
33%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School's ranking?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School is ranked #574 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School often compared to?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Bracker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School?
508 students attend Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School offer ?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School part of?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457).
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