Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tartesso Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tartesso Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Tartesso 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 Tartesso Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#898 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
56%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
32%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Tartesso Elementary School's ranking?
Tartesso Elementary School is ranked #898 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tartesso Elementary School often compared to?
Tartesso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Fisher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tartesso Elementary School?
376 students attend Tartesso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Tartesso Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tartesso Elementary School?
Tartesso Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tartesso Elementary School offer ?
Tartesso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tartesso Elementary School part of?
Tartesso Elementary School is part of Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254).
In what neighborhood is Tartesso Elementary School located?
Tartesso Elementary School is located in the Tartesso neighborhood of Buckeye, AZ.
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