Serving 829 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wrightson Ridge K-8 School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School's student population of 829 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Wrightson Ridge K-8 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 Wrightson Ridge K-8 School is 0.50, 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
#713 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
26%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
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 Wrightson Ridge K-8 School's ranking?
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School is ranked #713 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wrightson Ridge K-8 School?
829 students attend Wrightson Ridge K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wrightson Ridge K-8 School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wrightson Ridge K-8 School?
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wrightson Ridge K-8 School offer ?
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrightson Ridge K-8 School part of?
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School is part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411) School District.
In what neighborhood is Wrightson Ridge K-8 School located?
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School is located in the Rancho Sahuarita neighborhood of Sahuarita, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Rancho Sahuarita.
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