Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gale Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to collaboratively build upon positive principles and acquire knowledge as a community to prepare students for life.
School Rankings
Gale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gale Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#381 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Gale Elementary School's ranking?
Gale Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gale Elementary School often compared to?
Gale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Elementary School, Fruchthendler Elementary School, Sam Hughes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gale Elementary School?
321 students attend Gale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gale Elementary School?
Gale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gale Elementary School offer ?
Gale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gale Elementary School part of?
Gale Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gale Elementary School located?
Gale Elementary School is located in the Estes Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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