Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School in Glendale, AZ, serves 590 students from prekindergarten through 8th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34% and the Peoria Unified School District average of 40%, showing a decline from 38% in 2019.
Reading proficiency stands at 39%, slightly lower than the state average of 40% and below the district average of 44%, with a downward trend from 47% in 2019.
The graduation rate is 50%, significantly lower than the state average of 77% and the district average of 95%, remaining steady over recent years.
Enrollment has decreased from 675 students in 2019 to 618 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 55% in 2023, indicating growing socioeconomic challenges within this Glendale public elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School serves the southeast part of Glendale, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sahuaro Ranch 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 Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#842 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School is ranked #842 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale American School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School?
578 students attend Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School part of?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School located?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School is located in the Sahuaro Ranch neighborhood of Glendale, AZ.
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