Serving 613 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Los Amigos 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% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Amigos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Amigos Elementary School's student population of 613 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Los Amigos 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 Los Amigos Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1289 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 Los Amigos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Amigos Elementary School is ranked #1289 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Los Amigos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Amigos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoran Science Academy East, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Los Amigos Elementary School?
613 students attend Los Amigos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Los Amigos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Amigos Elementary School?
Los Amigos Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Los Amigos Elementary School offer ?
Los Amigos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Amigos Elementary School part of?
Los Amigos Elementary School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407) School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Amigos Elementary School located?
Los Amigos Elementary School is located in the Tres Pueblos neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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