Serving 404 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 24:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Cayetano Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Cheetahs!
School Mascot
Cheetahs
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
90%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
404 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 24:1, 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) School District.
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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