Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St David Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St David Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
St David Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St David Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St David Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#683 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
81%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St David Elementary School's ranking?
St David Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are St David Elementary School often compared to?
St David Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benson Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend St David Elementary School?
293 students attend St David Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of St David Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St David Elementary School?
St David Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does St David Elementary School offer ?
St David Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is St David Elementary School part of?
St David Elementary School is part of St David Unified District (4173) School District.
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