Serving 703 students in grades 3-8, Hurley Ranch Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurley Ranch Elementary School's student population of 703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hurley Ranch 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 Hurley Ranch Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1360 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
70%
49%
Black
18%
6%
White
5%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurley Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Hurley Ranch Elementary School is ranked #1360 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Hurley Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Hurley Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain, Collier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Hurley Ranch Elementary School?
703 students attend Hurley Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hurley Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hurley Ranch Elementary School?
Hurley Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hurley Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Hurley Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hurley Ranch Elementary School part of?
Hurley Ranch Elementary School is part of Union Elementary District (4277).
In what neighborhood is Hurley Ranch Elementary School located?
Hurley Ranch Elementary School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Tolleson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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