Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vernon 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Vernon, AZ, encompassing approximately 218.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Elementary School's student population of 138 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1090 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
79%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon Elementary School is ranked #1090 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Vernon Elementary School?
138 students attend Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Vernon Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Elementary School?
Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernon Elementary School part of?
Vernon Elementary School is part of Vernon Elementary District (4162).
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