Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Naco 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Naco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Naco Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Naco Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Naco Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1879 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naco Elementary School's ranking?
Naco Elementary School is ranked #1879 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Naco Elementary School often compared to?
Naco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Naco Elementary School?
273 students attend Naco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Naco Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Naco Elementary School?
Naco Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Naco Elementary School offer ?
Naco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Naco Elementary School part of?
Naco Elementary School is part of Naco Elementary District (4176) School District.
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