Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ocotillo 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocotillo School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ocotillo School's student population of 659 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocotillo School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocotillo School is 0.53, 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
#1111 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
67%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocotillo School's ranking?
Ocotillo School is ranked #1111 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo School?
659 students attend Ocotillo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Ocotillo School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocotillo School?
Ocotillo School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocotillo School offer ?
Ocotillo School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ocotillo School part of?
Ocotillo School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Ocotillo School located?
Ocotillo School is located in the Grandview neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Grandview.
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