Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pearce Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pearce Elementary School's student population of 146 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearce Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearce Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearce Elementary School's ranking?
Pearce Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pearce Elementary School often compared to?
Pearce Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ash Creek Elementary School, Willcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pearce Elementary School?
146 students attend Pearce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Pearce Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearce Elementary School?
Pearce Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pearce Elementary School offer ?
Pearce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pearce Elementary School part of?
Pearce Elementary School is part of Pearce Elementary District (4186) School District.
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