Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Galveston 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 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galveston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Galveston Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galveston 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 Galveston Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1319 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
90%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galveston Elementary School's ranking?
Galveston Elementary School is ranked #1319 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Galveston Elementary School?
488 students attend Galveston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Galveston Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galveston Elementary School?
Galveston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galveston Elementary School offer ?
Galveston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Galveston Elementary School part of?
Galveston Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
In what neighborhood is Galveston Elementary School located?
Galveston Elementary School is located in the Galveston Neighborhood neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
July 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
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