Serving 709 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Porfirio H. Gonzales 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 25% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School's student population of 709 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
All children are capable of success—No Exceptions!
School Mascot
Aztecs
School Rankings
Porfirio H. Gonzales 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 Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1293 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
87%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aztecs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School's ranking?
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School is ranked #1293 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School?
709 students attend Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School?
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School offer ?
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School part of?
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School is part of Tolleson Elementary District (4264) School District.
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