Serving 40 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Young Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Young Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Young, AZ, covering approximately 857.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 19.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 31.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Young Elementary School's student population of 40 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At Young Public School, academics and character count.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Young Elementary School is 0.38, 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)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
39%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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)2.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Young Elementary School often compared to?
Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tonto Basin Elementary School, Globe High School, Biyaagozhoo Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Young Elementary School?
40 students attend Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Young Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Elementary School?
Young Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Young Elementary School offer ?
Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Young Elementary School part of?
Young Elementary School is part of Young Elementary District (4213).
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