Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Wilson Primary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Phoenix, AZ, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Primary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Primary School is 0.39, 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
#1314 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Primary School's ranking?
Wilson Primary School is ranked #1314 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wilson Primary School often compared to?
Wilson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wilson Primary School?
413 students attend Wilson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wilson Primary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Primary School?
Wilson Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Primary School offer ?
Wilson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Primary School part of?
Wilson Primary School is part of Wilson Elementary District (4261).
In what neighborhood is Wilson Primary School located?
Wilson Primary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a proud new teacher at Wilson Primary School, where I teach second grade. I plan to continue my contract with Wilson Primary. My five-star rating stems from the warm welcome and support I have received, along with the professional development we have all received at Wilson. This is the first school where I have taught that provides mentor teachers as guides for new teachers. I am excited to be here and plan to help my students become academically proficient.
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