Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vernon 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Elementary School's student population of 127 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1090 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
82%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon Elementary School is ranked #1090 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Vernon Elementary School?
127 students attend Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Vernon Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Elementary School?
Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernon Elementary School part of?
Vernon Elementary School is part of Vernon Elementary District (4162).
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