Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carminati School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carminati School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carminati School's student population of 274 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
What brings me the most pride in my career at Carminati is knowing that I am teaching my students how to be kind, compassionate, fearless, and to face any situation with empathy.
School Rankings
Carminati School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carminati School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1398 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
49%
Black
25%
6%
White
9%
33%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carminati School's ranking?
Carminati School is ranked #1398 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Carminati School?
274 students attend Carminati School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Carminati School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carminati School?
Carminati School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carminati School offer ?
Carminati School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carminati School part of?
Carminati School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Carminati School located?
Carminati School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 21 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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