Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fuller Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fuller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fuller Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fuller 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 Fuller Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#286 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
33%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
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 Fuller Elementary School's ranking?
Fuller Elementary School is ranked #286 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Fuller Elementary School?
513 students attend Fuller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fuller Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fuller Elementary School?
Fuller Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fuller Elementary School offer ?
Fuller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fuller Elementary School part of?
Fuller Elementary School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Fuller Elementary School located?
Fuller Elementary School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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