Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, William R Sullivan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William R Sullivan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William R Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
William R Sullivan 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 William R Sullivan Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1777 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Hispanic
95%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
1%
33%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 William R Sullivan Elementary School's ranking?
William R Sullivan Elementary School is ranked #1777 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend William R Sullivan Elementary School?
568 students attend William R Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of William R Sullivan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William R Sullivan Elementary School?
William R Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does William R Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
William R Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William R Sullivan Elementary School part of?
William R Sullivan Elementary School is part of Murphy Elementary District (4265).
In what neighborhood is William R Sullivan Elementary School located?
William R Sullivan Elementary School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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