Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Orange Grove 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 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orange Grove Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Orange Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Grove Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#909 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
91%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Orange Grove Elementary School is ranked #909 out of 1,921 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Orange Grove Elementary School?
410 students attend Orange Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Orange Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange Grove Elementary School?
Orange Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orange Grove Elementary School offer ?
Orange Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orange Grove Elementary School part of?
Orange Grove Elementary School is part of Somerton Elementary District (4500) School District.
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