Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Craycroft 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 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craycroft Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Craycroft 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 Craycroft Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1568 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
78%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
8%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Craycroft Elementary School's ranking?
Craycroft Elementary School is ranked #1568 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Craycroft Elementary School?
586 students attend Craycroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Craycroft Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craycroft Elementary School?
Craycroft Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Craycroft Elementary School offer ?
Craycroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Craycroft Elementary School part of?
Craycroft Elementary School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407).
In what neighborhood is Craycroft Elementary School located?
Craycroft Elementary School is located in the Thomas Jay Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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