Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Ranch Elementary 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
North Ranch Elementary School's student population of 535 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
North Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Ranch Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#76 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
20%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
61%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
North Ranch Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are North Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
North Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend North Ranch Elementary School?
535 students attend North Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Ranch Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Ranch Elementary School?
North Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Ranch Elementary School offer ?
North Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Ranch Elementary School part of?
North Ranch Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is North Ranch Elementary School located?
North Ranch Elementary School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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