Serving 114 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Patagonia 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patagonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Patagonia Elementary School's student population of 114 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patagonia 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 Patagonia Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#820 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
74%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
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 Patagonia Elementary School's ranking?
Patagonia Elementary School is ranked #820 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Patagonia Elementary School often compared to?
Patagonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patagonia Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Patagonia Elementary School?
114 students attend Patagonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Patagonia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patagonia Elementary School?
Patagonia Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patagonia Elementary School offer ?
Patagonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patagonia Elementary School part of?
Patagonia Elementary School is part of Patagonia Elementary District (4460).
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