Serving 1,223 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Anza Trail ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anza Trail's student population of 1,223 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anza Trail ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anza Trail is 0.55, 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
#414 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
56%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anza Trail's ranking?
Anza Trail is ranked #414 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Anza Trail often compared to?
Anza Trailis often viewed alongside schools like Copper View Elementary School, Sahuarita Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Anza Trail?
1,223 students attend Anza Trail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Anza Trail students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anza Trail?
Anza Trail has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anza Trail offer ?
Anza Trail offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Anza Trail part of?
Anza Trail is part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411) School District.
In what neighborhood is Anza Trail located?
Anza Trail is located in the Rancho Sahuarita neighborhood of Sahuarita, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Rancho Sahuarita.
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