Getz School serves 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Attendance Zone: Getz School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tempe, AZ, covering an area of approximately 36.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Getz School's student population of 163 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Getz School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Getz School?
163 students attend Getz School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Getz School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Getz School?
Getz School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Getz School offer ?
Getz School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Getz School part of?
Getz School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Getz School located?
Getz School is located in the Pepperwood neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Pepperwood.
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