Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hohokam Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hohokam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hohokam Elementary School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hohokam Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hohokam Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#412 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
51%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hohokam Elementary School's ranking?
Hohokam Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Hohokam Elementary School often compared to?
Hohokam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pima Elementary School, Navajo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Hohokam Elementary School?
441 students attend Hohokam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hohokam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hohokam Elementary School?
Hohokam Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hohokam Elementary School offer ?
Hohokam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hohokam Elementary School part of?
Hohokam Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Hohokam Elementary School located?
Hohokam Elementary School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
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