Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wellton 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Wellton, AZ, encompassing approximately 806.4 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 20.8 miles and the furthest point located 55.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wellton Elementary School's student population of 209 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Wellton 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 Wellton 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
#761 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
79%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
13%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellton Elementary School's ranking?
Wellton Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wellton Elementary School?
209 students attend Wellton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wellton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellton Elementary School?
Wellton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellton Elementary School offer ?
Wellton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellton Elementary School part of?
Wellton Elementary School is part of Wellton Elementary District (4504).
In what neighborhood is Wellton Elementary School located?
Wellton Elementary School is located in the Wellton Annex neighborhood of Wellton, AZ.
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