Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Francisco Vasquez De Coronado 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 49% (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 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado 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 Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#681 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
98%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School's ranking?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School is ranked #681 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?
49% 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 Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School?
515 students attend Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School offer ?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School part of?
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457) School District.
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