Serving 825 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Acacia Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acacia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Acacia Elementary School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acacia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acacia Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#654 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 is Acacia Elementary School's ranking?
Acacia Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Acacia Elementary School?
825 students attend Acacia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Acacia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acacia Elementary School?
Acacia Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Acacia Elementary School offer ?
Acacia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acacia Elementary School part of?
Acacia Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Acacia Elementary School located?
Acacia Elementary School is located in the Knoell Royal Oaks neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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