Serving 156 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 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 35%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Wellton Elementary School's student population of 156 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wellton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellton Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#921 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
76%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #921 out of 1,956 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
156 students attend Wellton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Wellton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellton Elementary School?
Wellton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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
What school district is Wellton Elementary School part of?
Wellton Elementary School is part of Wellton Elementary District (4504) School District.
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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