Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Cayetano 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 40% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Cayetano Elementary School serves the southeast part of Rio Rico, AZ, covering an area of approximately 50.5 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Cayetano Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
San Cayetano 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 San Cayetano Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#969 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
97%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
33%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
92%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cheetahs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Cayetano Elementary School's ranking?
San Cayetano Elementary School is ranked #969 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend San Cayetano Elementary School?
395 students attend San Cayetano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of San Cayetano Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Cayetano Elementary School?
San Cayetano Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Cayetano Elementary School offer ?
San Cayetano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Cayetano Elementary School part of?
San Cayetano Elementary School is part of Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458).
In what neighborhood is San Cayetano Elementary School located?
San Cayetano Elementary School is located in the Rio Rico Northwest neighborhood of Rio Rico, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Rio Rico Northwest.
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