Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Yavapai Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yavapai Elementary School's student population of 407 students has grown by 128% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Yavapai Elementary 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 Yavapai Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
14%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbird
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yavapai Elementary School's ranking?
Yavapai Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Yavapai Elementary School?
407 students attend Yavapai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Yavapai Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yavapai Elementary School?
Yavapai Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yavapai Elementary School offer ?
Yavapai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yavapai Elementary School part of?
Yavapai Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Yavapai Elementary School located?
Yavapai Elementary School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
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