Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Annie Kellond 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Annie Kellond Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Annie Kellond 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 Annie Kellond Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#946 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annie Kellond Elementary School's ranking?
Annie Kellond Elementary School is ranked #946 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Annie Kellond Elementary School often compared to?
Annie Kellond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anna Henry Elementary School, Booth-fickett Math/science Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Annie Kellond Elementary School?
420 students attend Annie Kellond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Annie Kellond Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Annie Kellond Elementary School?
Annie Kellond Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Annie Kellond Elementary School offer ?
Annie Kellond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Annie Kellond Elementary School part of?
Annie Kellond Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Annie Kellond Elementary School located?
Annie Kellond Elementary School is located in the Palo Verde Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Palo Verde Park.
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