Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Le Pera Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Le Pera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Le Pera Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Rebels Rise!
School Rankings
Le Pera 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 Le Pera 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
#1549 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
34%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
59%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Pera Elementary School's ranking?
Le Pera Elementary School is ranked #1549 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Le Pera Elementary School often compared to?
Le Pera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blake Primary School, Wallace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Le Pera Elementary School?
204 students attend Le Pera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Le Pera Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Le Pera Elementary School?
Le Pera Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Le Pera Elementary School offer ?
Le Pera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Le Pera Elementary School part of?
Le Pera Elementary School is part of Parker Unified School District (4510).
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