Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sturgeon Cromer 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 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 49% 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-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sturgeon Cromer 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 Sturgeon Cromer 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
#785 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
19%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School's ranking?
Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School is ranked #785 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School?
395 students attend Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School?
Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School offer ?
Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School part of?
Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School is part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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