Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Indian Wells 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Wells Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Holbrook, AZ school district, encompassing approximately 1,572.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 28.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 53.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Wells Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Wells 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 Wells Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1440 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
90%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
7%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 19-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
What is Indian Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Wells Elementary School is ranked #1440 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Indian Wells Elementary School?
328 students attend Indian Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Indian Wells Elementary School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Wells Elementary School?
Indian Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Wells Elementary School offer ?
Indian Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Wells Elementary School part of?
Indian Wells Elementary School is part of Holbrook Unified District (4389).
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