Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Lattie Coor 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lattie Coor ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lattie Coor's student population of 351 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Panther Pride Is Hard To Hide!
School Mascot
Baby Panther
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lattie Coor is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
70%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
17%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baby Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lattie Coor often compared to?
Lattie Cooris often viewed alongside schools like Eliseo C. Felix School, Michael Anderson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lattie Coor?
351 students attend Lattie Coor.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lattie Coor students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lattie Coor?
Lattie Coor has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lattie Coor offer ?
Lattie Coor offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lattie Coor part of?
Lattie Coor is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272) School District.
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