Union Elementary District (4277) School District
School District · Tolleson, Arizona
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,823
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,823
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Evaluating Union Elementary District (4277)?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Union Elementary District (4277) as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Dos Rios Elementary
Tolleson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hurley Ranch Elementary
Tolleson · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Arizona rank
#146 of 202
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Arizona avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,823
$353 vs Arizona median
District size
1,663 students
Typical than Arizona median
Top-Rated Schools in Union Elementary District (4277)
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dos Rios Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Hurley Ranch Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Union Elementary District (4277)
Union Elementary District (4277) is a Tolleson, Arizona school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,663 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1. The district invests $10,823 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.3/10, Union Elementary District (4277) demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Dos Rios Elementary, which has a composite score of 5.3/10.
In standardized testing, Union Elementary District (4277) students show an average math proficiency of 31.2% and ELA proficiency of 40.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school .
District Map
Schools in Union Elementary District (4277), colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Union Elementary District (4277) with test data.
Schools in Union Elementary District (4277)
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Arizona
- City
- Tolleson
- Total Enrollment
- 1,663
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Union Elementary District (4277)?
Union Elementary District (4277) has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Union Elementary District (4277)?
The average composite rating for Union Elementary District (4277) is 5.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Union Elementary District (4277)?
Union Elementary District (4277) spends $10,823 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Union Elementary District (4277)?
The average student-teacher ratio in Union Elementary District (4277) is 17.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Union Elementary District (4277)?
Dos Rios Elementary is the highest-rated school in Union Elementary District (4277) with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What are the test scores in Union Elementary District (4277)?
Across schools in Union Elementary District (4277) with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 40.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Union Elementary District (4277) compare to other districts in Arizona?
Union Elementary District (4277) has an average school rating of 5.3/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arizona by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 31.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 40.4%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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