Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ocotillo 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 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocotillo School serves the southern part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are typically just a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about a mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ocotillo School's student population of 604 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocotillo School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocotillo School is 0.51, 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
#1152 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
7%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Arizona A+ School of Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocotillo School's ranking?
Ocotillo School is ranked #1152 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo School?
604 students attend Ocotillo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ocotillo School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocotillo School?
Ocotillo School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocotillo School offer ?
Ocotillo School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocotillo School part of?
Ocotillo School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Ocotillo School located?
Ocotillo School is located in the Grandview neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Grandview.
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