Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School serves 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 53%
- Reading Proficiency: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)53%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)62%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Hispanic
89%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
5%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School?
284 students attend Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407).
In what neighborhood is Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School located?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School is located in the Gilbert neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Gilbert.
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