Gadsden Elementary School

Gadsden Elementary School is a regular public school located in the rural setting of San Luis, Arizona. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 442 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 27.6:1 with 16 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 4.4 out of 10, placing it at the 31st percentile among Arizona schools.

Academically, 27% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and 31% are proficient or above in Math. These scores suggest there is room for academic growth and improvement. The surrounding community of San Luis, within the ZIP code 85349, has a median household income of $46,801 and a median home value of $167,100.

The neighborhood has a poverty rate of 23.2% and a college education rate of only 8% with a bachelor's degree or higher. Despite these challenges, Gadsden Elementary School is deeply rooted in its rural community, providing a vital educational foundation for its students in the heart of San Luis.

The student-teacher ratio at Gadsden Elementary School is 27.6:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Gadsden Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.