Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph P. Spracale 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hudson Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Tempe, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph P. Spracale 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 P. Spracale Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#809 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 P. Spracale Elementary School?
370 students attend Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School offer ?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School part of?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School located?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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