Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Wilson Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilson Primary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Primary 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 Wilson Primary School is 0.39, 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
#1314 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
77%
48%
Black
15%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Wilson Primary School's ranking?
Wilson Primary School is ranked #1314 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wilson Primary School often compared to?
Wilson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wilson Primary School?
464 students attend Wilson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wilson Primary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Primary School?
Wilson Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Primary School offer ?
Wilson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Primary School part of?
Wilson Primary School is part of Wilson Elementary District (4261) School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Primary School located?
Wilson Primary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2025
I am a proud new teacher at Wilson Primary School, where I teach second grade. I plan to continue my contract with Wilson Primary. My five-star rating stems from the warm welcome and support I have received, along with the professional development we have all received at Wilson. This is the first school where I have taught that provides mentor teachers as guides for new teachers. I am excited to be here and plan to help my students become academically proficient.
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