Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 54% 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: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert And Danell Tarwater 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
Diversity
School Overview
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School's student population of 694 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
At Tarwater, home of the Toros, all staff members take responsibility for children's character development and academic growth.
School Rankings
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#260 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
23%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
46%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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: Toros
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School's ranking?
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School is ranked #260 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School often compared to?
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basha Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School?
694 students attend Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School?
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School offer ?
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School part of?
Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
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