Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jamaica Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jamaica Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lake Havasu City, AZ, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest boundary being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamaica Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jamaica Elementary School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jamaica Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamaica Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#521 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamaica Elementary School's ranking?
Jamaica Elementary School is ranked #521 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Jamaica Elementary School often compared to?
Jamaica Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Havasupai Elementary School, Havasu Preparatory Academy, Starline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Jamaica Elementary School?
424 students attend Jamaica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jamaica Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamaica Elementary School?
Jamaica Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jamaica Elementary School offer ?
Jamaica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamaica Elementary School part of?
Jamaica Elementary School is part of Lake Havasu Unified District (4368).
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