Ellsworth Elementary School

38454 N Carolina Ave
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ellsworth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 564 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ellsworth Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
564 students
This chart displays total students of Ellsworth Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Ellsworth Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Ellsworth Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Ellsworth Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

Ellsworth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellsworth 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1421 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Ellsworth Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
16%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Ellsworth Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
1%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Ellsworth Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Asian
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
43%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
5%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
44%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Ellsworth Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arizona.
0.62
This chart displays the diversity score of Ellsworth Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ellsworth Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ellsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ellsworth Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ellsworth Elementary School often compared to?
Ellsworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Ranch Elementary School, Jack Harmon Elementary School, Combs Traditional Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ellsworth Elementary School?
564 students attend Ellsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ellsworth Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellsworth Elementary School?
Ellsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ellsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ellsworth Elementary School part of?
Ellsworth Elementary School is part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445).
In what neighborhood is Ellsworth Elementary School located?
Ellsworth Elementary School is located in the Pecan Creek South neighborhood of San Tan Valley, AZ.

School Reviews

Review Ellsworth Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Quick Links