Serving 503 students in grades 2-5, Julia Randall 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 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julia Randall Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Julia Randall 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 Julia Randall Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#944 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
60%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julia Randall Elementary School's ranking?
Julia Randall Elementary School is ranked #944 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Julia Randall Elementary School often compared to?
Julia Randall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tonto Basin Elementary School, Payson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Julia Randall Elementary School?
503 students attend Julia Randall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Julia Randall Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julia Randall Elementary School?
Julia Randall Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Julia Randall Elementary School offer ?
Julia Randall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Julia Randall Elementary School part of?
Julia Randall Elementary School is part of Payson Unified District (4209).
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