Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carmichael 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmichael Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Carmichael 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 Carmichael Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1190 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmichael Elementary School's ranking?
Carmichael Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Carmichael Elementary School often compared to?
Carmichael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bella Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Carmichael Elementary School?
299 students attend Carmichael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Carmichael Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmichael Elementary School?
Carmichael Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carmichael Elementary School offer ?
Carmichael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmichael Elementary School part of?
Carmichael Elementary School is part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175).
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