Serving 41 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Skull Valley 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skull Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Skull Valley Elementary School's student population of 41 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We’re a small school where every child learns to dream BIG!
School Rankings
Skull Valley 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 Skull Valley Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#694 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
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 Skull Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Skull Valley Elementary School is ranked #694 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Skull Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Skull Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirkland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Skull Valley Elementary School?
41 students attend Skull Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Skull Valley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Skull Valley Elementary School offer ?
Skull Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skull Valley Elementary School part of?
Skull Valley Elementary School is part of Skull Valley Elementary District (4478).
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