Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manzanita School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manzanita School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manzanita School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manzanita School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manzanita School is 0.55, 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
#152 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
61%
33%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanita School's ranking?
Manzanita School is ranked #152 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Manzanita School often compared to?
Manzanita Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Manzanita School?
579 students attend Manzanita School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Manzanita School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manzanita School?
Manzanita School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manzanita School offer ?
Manzanita School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manzanita School part of?
Manzanita School is part of Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410).
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