Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Galveston 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 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galveston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Galveston Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
'Lion Pride is deep inside!'
School Rankings
Galveston 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 Galveston Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1285 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
88%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galveston Elementary School's ranking?
Galveston Elementary School is ranked #1285 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Galveston Elementary School?
518 students attend Galveston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Galveston Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galveston Elementary School?
Galveston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galveston Elementary School offer ?
Galveston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galveston Elementary School part of?
Galveston Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
In what neighborhood is Galveston Elementary School located?
Galveston Elementary School is located in the Galveston Neighborhood neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
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