Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tavan 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 52% (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 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tavan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tavan Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tavan 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 Tavan Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#370 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
52%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
28%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tavan Elementary School's ranking?
Tavan Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tavan Elementary School often compared to?
Tavan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Tavan Elementary School?
603 students attend Tavan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Tavan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tavan Elementary School?
Tavan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tavan Elementary School offer ?
Tavan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tavan Elementary School part of?
Tavan Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tavan Elementary School located?
Tavan Elementary School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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