Whipple Ranch Elementary School in Show Low, AZ, serves 391 students in grades PK–5 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is lower than the recent district ratio of 19:1.
Math proficiency is 43%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 34% but shows a notable decline from higher levels recorded between 2012 and 2015.
Reading proficiency stands at 35%, lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 44%, reflecting a downward trend compared to previous years when rates exceeded 80%.
The school's overall rank has declined from #477 in 2011 to #795 in 2015, indicating a downward ranking trend over the past decade.
Minority enrollment is 34%, with 259 students identified as White (not Hispanic) and 104 Hispanic students; eligibility for free or reduced–price lunch increased to 70% in 2021 from 43% in 2023, showing fluctuations in socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: 43%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Attendance Zone: Whipple Ranch Elementary School serves the eastern part of Show Low, AZ, covering an area of approximately 81.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whipple Ranch Elementary School's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whipple Ranch Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Whipple Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Whipple Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Show Low Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% AZ state average).
How many students attend Whipple Ranch Elementary School?
351 students attend Whipple Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Whipple Ranch Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whipple Ranch Elementary School?
Whipple Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whipple Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Whipple Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whipple Ranch Elementary School part of?
Whipple Ranch Elementary School is part of Show Low Unified District (4393).
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