Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Desert Sonora Elementary 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 39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Sonora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Desert Sonora Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Desert Sonora 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 Desert Sonora Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#777 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
95%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Sonora Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Sonora Elementary School is ranked #777 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Sonora Elementary School?
403 students attend Desert Sonora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Desert Sonora Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Sonora Elementary School?
Desert Sonora Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Sonora Elementary School offer ?
Desert Sonora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Sonora Elementary School part of?
Desert Sonora Elementary School is part of Somerton Elementary District (4500) School District.
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