Serving 723 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocotillo Ridge Elementary serves the northern part of the Vail, AZ school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 57.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School's student population of 723 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Expect More, Receive More, Achieve More!
School Rankings
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#59 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
slate blue and sage green
School Mascot
Mountain Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senita Valley Elementary School, Acacia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School?
723 students attend Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I had read several negative reviews about this school, so we tried to avoid buying a home zoned for Ocotillo Ridge. We ended up having no choice (very limited house inventory). This school is wonderful. The principal is the most professional, kind person. Her children attend the school. The students and teachers adore her. The teachers work extremely well together and don't waste a second of the day. Misbehavior and disruption are not tolerated. The school runs like a well-oiled machine. Positivity and kindness abounds. The school takes gifted education very seriously and also makes enrichment efforts for those advanced students who don't quite make the gifted score cut-off. The school is also excellent at addressing the needs of those students who learn at a slower pace or are academically challenged, providing special education teachers, additional instruction, and tutoring. They have a well-established reteach and enrich program tailored to each students's learning pace. I could not be happier with this school.
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