Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gale Elementary School serves the east part of Tucson, AZ, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gale Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to collaboratively build upon positive principles and acquire knowledge as a community to prepare students for life.
School Rankings
Gale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gale Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#381 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gale Elementary School's ranking?
Gale Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gale Elementary School often compared to?
Gale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Elementary School, Fruchthendler Elementary School, Sam Hughes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gale Elementary School?
332 students attend Gale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gale Elementary School?
Gale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gale Elementary School offer ?
Gale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gale Elementary School part of?
Gale Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Gale Elementary School located?
Gale Elementary School is located in the Estes Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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