Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arroyo 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 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arroyo Elementary School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Arroyo 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 Arroyo Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1147 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
59%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
26%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington Elementary School District (4260)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lobos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Elementary School's ranking?
Arroyo Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Arroyo Elementary School often compared to?
Arroyo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Elementary School?
504 students attend Arroyo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Arroyo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arroyo Elementary School?
Arroyo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arroyo Elementary School offer ?
Arroyo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arroyo Elementary School part of?
Arroyo Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Arroyo Elementary School located?
Arroyo Elementary School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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