Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pima Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pima Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pima Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pima Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pima Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#579 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
43%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pima Elementary School's ranking?
Pima Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pima Elementary School often compared to?
Pima Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Navajo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pima Elementary School?
332 students attend Pima Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pima Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pima Elementary School?
Pima Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pima Elementary School offer ?
Pima Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pima Elementary School part of?
Pima Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Pima Elementary School located?
Pima Elementary School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
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