Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joseph City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph City Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Joseph City, AZ, encompassing approximately 472.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 27.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph City Elementary School's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
14 students
School Rankings
Joseph City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph City Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#748 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
14%
5%
Hispanic
21%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
57%
33%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Joseph City Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph City Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph City Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Joseph City Elementary School?
190 students attend Joseph City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Joseph City Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph City Elementary School?
Joseph City Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph City Elementary School offer ?
Joseph City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph City Elementary School part of?
Joseph City Elementary School is part of Joseph City Unified District (4388).
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