Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sahuaro 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 39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sahuaro School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sahuaro 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 School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#783 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
49%
Black
11%
6%
White
22%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sahuaro School's ranking?
Sahuaro School is ranked #783 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sahuaro School often compared to?
Sahuaro Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Traditional School, Chaparral Elementary School, Alhambra Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sahuaro School?
560 students attend Sahuaro School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sahuaro School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sahuaro School?
Sahuaro School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sahuaro School offer ?
Sahuaro School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sahuaro School part of?
Sahuaro School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Sahuaro School located?
Sahuaro School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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