Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W Arthur Sewel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School's student population of 161 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire and empower students for success.
School Rankings
W Arthur Sewel 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 W Arthur Sewel Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#697 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
28%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
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 W Arthur Sewel Elementary School's ranking?
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are W Arthur Sewel Elementary School often compared to?
W Arthur Sewel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Borman K-8 School, Annie Kellond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend W Arthur Sewel Elementary School?
161 students attend W Arthur Sewel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of W Arthur Sewel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W Arthur Sewel Elementary School?
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does W Arthur Sewel Elementary School offer ?
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W Arthur Sewel Elementary School part of?
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is W Arthur Sewel Elementary School located?
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School is located in the Sewell neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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