Serving 151 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walter J Meyer 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter J Meyer School's student population of 151 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Walter J Meyer 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 Walter J Meyer School is 0.61, 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
#820 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
51%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter J Meyer School's ranking?
Walter J Meyer School is ranked #820 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Walter J Meyer School often compared to?
Walter J Meyer 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Walter J Meyer School?
151 students attend Walter J Meyer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Walter J Meyer School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter J Meyer School?
Walter J Meyer School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walter J Meyer School offer ?
Walter J Meyer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter J Meyer School part of?
Walter J Meyer School is part of Tombstone Unified District (4168).
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