Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School serves 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 74%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 53%
- Reading Proficiency: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School is 0.22, 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)
(09-10)53%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)62%
74%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
88%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School?
398 students attend Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407) School District.
In what neighborhood is Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School located?
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School is located in the Gilbert neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Gilbert.
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