Serving 668 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mccartney Ranch 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 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccartney Ranch Elementary School's student population of 668 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
668 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Mccartney Ranch 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 Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#943 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
18%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccartney Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mccartney Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Mccartney Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Willow Elementary School, Villago Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mccartney Ranch Elementary School?
668 students attend Mccartney Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mccartney Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccartney Ranch Elementary School?
Mccartney Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mccartney Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Mccartney Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccartney Ranch Elementary School part of?
Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is part of CASA Grande Elementary District (4446).
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