Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nikolaus Homestead 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 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#759 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
65%
33%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School's ranking?
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School is ranked #759 out of 1,921 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School?
383 students attend Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School?
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School offer ?
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School part of?
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School is part of Show Low Unified District (4393).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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