Gadsden Elementary School in San Luis, AZ, serves grades Pre–K through 8 with an enrollment of 442 students and a student–teacher ratio of 28:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at Gadsden Elementary is 35%, which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34% and higher than the district average of 31%, but reading proficiency is 27%, lower than the state average of 40% and approximately equal to the district average of 29%.
Science proficiency ranges between 20% and 24%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 24% and higher than the district average of 11%.
The school's overall testing rank is in the bottom 50% in Arizona, though it ranks among the top 20% of most improved public schools and has one of the largest percentages of students eligible for free lunch.
Enrollment declined from 795 students in 2001 to 442 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch remains very high at approximately 91%, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gadsden Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in San Luis, AZ, encompassing an area of approximately 30.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gadsden Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gadsden 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 Gadsden 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
#988 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
33%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
91%
39%
Showing 2007–2023. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden Elementary School's ranking?
Gadsden Elementary School is ranked #988 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gadsden Elementary School?
391 students attend Gadsden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Gadsden Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gadsden Elementary School?
Gadsden Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gadsden Elementary School offer ?
Gadsden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gadsden Elementary School part of?
Gadsden Elementary School is part of Gadsden Elementary District (4505).
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