Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Navarrete Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Navarrete Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Navarrete 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 Navarrete 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#435 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navarrete Elementary School's ranking?
Navarrete Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Navarrete Elementary School often compared to?
Navarrete Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John & Carol Carlson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Navarrete Elementary School?
461 students attend Navarrete Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Navarrete Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Navarrete Elementary School?
Navarrete Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Navarrete Elementary School offer ?
Navarrete Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Navarrete Elementary School part of?
Navarrete Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
In what neighborhood is Navarrete Elementary School located?
Navarrete Elementary School is located in the Sun Groves neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
July 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
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