Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Zaharis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zaharis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Zaharis Elementary School's student population of 721 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Zaharis 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 Zaharis Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#306 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
76%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Soaring Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zaharis Elementary School's ranking?
Zaharis Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Zaharis Elementary School often compared to?
Zaharis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Sendas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Zaharis Elementary School?
721 students attend Zaharis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Zaharis Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zaharis Elementary School?
Zaharis Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zaharis Elementary School offer ?
Zaharis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zaharis Elementary School part of?
Zaharis Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
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