Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sahuaro Ranch 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 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 0.64, 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
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
50%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
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 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?
590 students attend Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School?
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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