Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Wilson Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (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 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilson Primary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Primary 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 Wilson Primary School is 0.39, 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
#1314 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
77%
49%
Black
15%
6%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Primary School's ranking?
Wilson Primary School is ranked #1314 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wilson Primary School often compared to?
Wilson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Wilson Primary School?
413 students attend Wilson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wilson Primary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Primary School?
Wilson Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Primary School offer ?
Wilson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Primary School part of?
Wilson Primary School is part of Wilson Elementary District (4261).
In what neighborhood is Wilson Primary School located?
Wilson Primary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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