Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Loma Linda Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loma Linda Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Loma Linda Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loma Linda Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1767 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
82%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Loma Linda Elementary School's ranking?
Loma Linda Elementary School is ranked #1767 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Loma Linda Elementary School?
455 students attend Loma Linda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Loma Linda Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loma Linda Elementary School?
Loma Linda Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Loma Linda Elementary School offer ?
Loma Linda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loma Linda Elementary School part of?
Loma Linda Elementary School is part of Creighton Elementary District (4263) School District.
In what neighborhood is Loma Linda Elementary School located?
Loma Linda Elementary School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
Excellent school and hidden gem with caring professionals and friendly students and families. The neighborhood is up-and-coming and property is still affordable so I''m very happy we moved here from northern CA. My children are excelling at Loma Linda.
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