Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alice Byrne 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice Byrne Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alice Byrne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Byrne Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#689 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
78%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Byrne Elementary School's ranking?
Alice Byrne Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Alice Byrne Elementary School often compared to?
Alice Byrne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary A Otondo Elementary School, Palmcroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alice Byrne Elementary School?
314 students attend Alice Byrne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Alice Byrne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Byrne Elementary School?
Alice Byrne Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alice Byrne Elementary School offer ?
Alice Byrne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alice Byrne Elementary School part of?
Alice Byrne Elementary School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499) School District.
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