Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Patterson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patterson Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#235 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
59%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
536 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Patterson Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
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