Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joe Carlson 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 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe Carlson Elementary School's student population of 410 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe Carlson 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 Joe Carlson Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1143 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Douglas Unified District (4174)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Carlson Elementary School's ranking?
Joe Carlson Elementary School is ranked #1143 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Joe Carlson Elementary School?
410 students attend Joe Carlson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Joe Carlson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe Carlson Elementary School?
Joe Carlson Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joe Carlson Elementary School offer ?
Joe Carlson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe Carlson Elementary School part of?
Joe Carlson Elementary School is part of Douglas Unified District (4174).
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