Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Butterfield 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 39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butterfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Butterfield Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butterfield 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 Butterfield Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#794 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfield Elementary School's ranking?
Butterfield Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Butterfield Elementary School often compared to?
Butterfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ironwood Elementary School, Quail Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Butterfield Elementary School?
480 students attend Butterfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Butterfield Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butterfield Elementary School?
Butterfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butterfield Elementary School offer ?
Butterfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Butterfield Elementary School part of?
Butterfield Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404) School District.
In what neighborhood is Butterfield Elementary School located?
Butterfield Elementary School is located in the Metropolitan neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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