Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sacaton 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Attendance Zone: Sacaton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sacaton, AZ, encompassing approximately 281.3 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.1 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum span of up to 30 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sacaton Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sacaton Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
78%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.6%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sacaton Elementary School?
259 students attend Sacaton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sacaton Elementary School students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacaton Elementary School?
Sacaton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacaton Elementary School offer ?
Sacaton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacaton Elementary School part of?
Sacaton Elementary School is part of Sacaton Elementary District (4449).
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