Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dateland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than 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 3:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dateland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dateland Elementary School's student population of 86 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 225% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dateland 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 Dateland Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#603 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
85%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dateland Elementary School's ranking?
Dateland Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Dateland Elementary School?
86 students attend Dateland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dateland Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dateland Elementary School?
Dateland Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dateland Elementary School offer ?
Dateland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dateland Elementary School part of?
Dateland Elementary School is part of Hyder Elementary District (4502) School District.
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