Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salida Del Sol 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 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salida Del Sol Elementary serves the northern part of Yuma, AZ, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salida Del Sol Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salida Del Sol Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salida Del Sol Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1243 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salida Del Sol Elementary School's ranking?
Salida Del Sol Elementary School is ranked #1243 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Salida Del Sol Elementary School?
588 students attend Salida Del Sol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Salida Del Sol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salida Del Sol Elementary School?
Salida Del Sol Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salida Del Sol Elementary School offer ?
Salida Del Sol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salida Del Sol Elementary School part of?
Salida Del Sol Elementary School is part of Crane Elementary District (4501).
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