Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sacaton 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacaton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sacaton Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sacaton Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
79%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sacaton Elementary School?
310 students attend Sacaton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sacaton Elementary School students are American Indian, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sacaton Elementary School?
Sacaton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacaton Elementary School offer ?
Sacaton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacaton Elementary School part of?
Sacaton Elementary School is part of Sacaton Elementary District (4449) School District.
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