Serving 323 students in grades 3-5, Wallace Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wallace Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wallace Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallace Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1168 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
25%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
53%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Wallace Elementary School's ranking?
Wallace Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wallace Elementary School often compared to?
Wallace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blake Primary School, Ehrenberg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wallace Elementary School?
323 students attend Wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wallace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wallace Elementary School?
Wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wallace Elementary School offer ?
Wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Wallace Elementary School part of?
Wallace Elementary School is part of Parker Unified School District (4510).
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