Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Surprise 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 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 83% 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: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Surprise Elementary School's student population of 782 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Surprise 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 Surprise Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#783 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
17%
33%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surprise Elementary School's ranking?
Surprise Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Surprise Elementary School often compared to?
Surprise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona Charter Academy, Countryside Elementary School, Thompson Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Surprise Elementary School?
782 students attend Surprise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Surprise Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surprise Elementary School?
Surprise Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Surprise Elementary School offer ?
Surprise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Surprise Elementary School part of?
Surprise Elementary School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
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