Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aguilar School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (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 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aguilar School's student population of 350 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Wildcat Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aguilar 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 Aguilar School is 0.47, 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
#1157 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
49%
Black
6%
6%
White
10%
33%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aguilar School's ranking?
Aguilar School is ranked #1157 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Aguilar School often compared to?
Aguilar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Accelerated Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Aguilar School?
350 students attend Aguilar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Aguilar School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aguilar School?
Aguilar School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Aguilar School offer ?
Aguilar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aguilar School part of?
Aguilar School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Aguilar School located?
Aguilar School is located in the Kiwanis Park neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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