Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Indian Oasis Primary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Oasis Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sells, AZ, encompassing approximately 3,767.5 square miles, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 34.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of this zone extends up to 58.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Oasis Primary 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 Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#1901 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
87%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
School Mascot
Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School is ranked #1901 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School?
336 students attend Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School?
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School offer ?
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School part of?
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School is part of Baboquivari Unified School District #40 (4412).
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