Serving 500 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pima Elementary 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pima Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pima Elementary School's student population of 500 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Pima Elementary 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 Pima Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1026 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Hispanic
35%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
61%
33%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pima Elementary School's ranking?
Pima Elementary School is ranked #1026 out of 1,921 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 34% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pima Elementary School?
500 students attend Pima Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pima Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pima Elementary School?
Pima Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pima Elementary School offer ?
Pima Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pima Elementary School part of?
Pima Elementary School is part of Pima Unified District (4220).
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