Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dorothy Hall Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorothy Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dorothy Hall Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Dorothy Hall Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorothy Hall Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#355 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorothy Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Dorothy Hall Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dorothy Hall Elementary School?
561 students attend Dorothy Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dorothy Hall Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorothy Hall Elementary School?
Dorothy Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dorothy Hall Elementary School offer ?
Dorothy Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorothy Hall Elementary School part of?
Dorothy Hall Elementary School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499) School District.
In what neighborhood is Dorothy Hall Elementary School located?
Dorothy Hall Elementary School is located in the Ocotillo neighborhood of Yuma, AZ.
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