Serving 723 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocotillo Ridge 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
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School's student population of 723 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Expect More, Receive More, Achieve More!
School Rankings
Ocotillo Ridge 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 Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#59 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
54%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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: Mountain Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senita Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School?
723 students attend Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413).
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