Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 73% 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: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph P. Spracale 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 Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#886 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
46%
47%
Black
14%
6%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School?
364 students attend Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School offer ?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School part of?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School located?
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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