Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ronald Reagan Fundamental 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 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School's student population of 486 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ronald Reagan Fundamental 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 Ronald Reagan Fundamental School is 0.23, 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
#1132 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
87%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald Reagan Fundamental School's ranking?
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School is ranked #1132 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ronald Reagan Fundamental School often compared to?
Ronald Reagan Fundamental Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H L Suverkrup Elementary School, Gowan Science Academy, Desert View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ronald Reagan Fundamental School?
486 students attend Ronald Reagan Fundamental School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ronald Reagan Fundamental School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ronald Reagan Fundamental School?
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ronald Reagan Fundamental School offer ?
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ronald Reagan Fundamental School part of?
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School is part of Crane Elementary District (4501) School District.
School Reviews
Review Ronald Reagan Fundamental School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
