Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ironwood 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 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ironwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ironwood Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ironwood 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 Ironwood Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#729 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
42%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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 Ironwood Elementary School's ranking?
Ironwood Elementary School is ranked #729 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ironwood Elementary School often compared to?
Ironwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acacia Elementary School, Chaparral Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ironwood Elementary School?
431 students attend Ironwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ironwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ironwood Elementary School?
Ironwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ironwood Elementary School offer ?
Ironwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ironwood Elementary School part of?
Ironwood Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Ironwood Elementary School located?
Ironwood Elementary School is located in the Sunburst Farms neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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