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Naco Elementary School

Elementary School · Naco Elementary District (4176)

PO BOX 397, Naco, AZ 85620

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,041 of 2,006

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Naco Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Naco · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Naco Elementary School

Naco Elementary School is a public elementary school in Naco, AZ, part of Naco Elementary District (4176). Naco Elementary School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Naco Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,041 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Naco Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Naco Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Naco Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

66% of students at Naco Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,714
Chronic Absenteeism65.6%

Naco Elementary School — Students at Naco Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 16.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
21%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Naco Elementary School Compares

See how Naco Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

Location

PO BOX 397, Naco, AZ 85620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Naco Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Double Adobe Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Mcneal), which scores notably higher. Another option is Huachuca Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Sierra Vista), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Sierra Vista), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Naco, see our Naco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.4 mi
School Distance Rating
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BISBEE Bisbee 3.6 mi
COCHISE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bisbee 4.2 mi
COCHISE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bisbee 4.2 mi
Bisbee High School Bisbee 6.4 mi 7.1
Copper Credits Bisbee 6.4 mi
Greenway Primary School Bisbee 6.8 mi 6.5
Lowell School Bisbee 7.2 mi 5.3
New Crossroads Academy Bisbee 7.6 mi 2.4
Palominas Elementary School Hereford 10.9 mi 6.5
Valley View Elementary School Hereford 15.6 mi 4.1
Double Adobe Elementary School Mcneal 17.3 mi 9.1
Coronado Elementary School Hereford 17.5 mi 6.2
Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School Sierra Vista 22.7 mi 7.5
Huachuca Mountain Elementary School Sierra Vista 22.4 mi 8.0
PPEP TEC - Colin L. Powell Learning Center Tucson 22.7 mi 5.5
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sierra Vista 22.3 mi 7.3
Buena High School Sierra Vista 23.6 mi 6.8
SVUSD AOI Sierra Vista 23.6 mi
CTD - Cochise College Willcox 23.7 mi
Faras Elementary School Douglas 22.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,161

Median Home Value

$74,000

Median Rent

$694/mo

Population

1,105

College Educated

4.3%

Homeownership

88.5%

Poverty Rate

33.1%

Median Age

29.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Naco Elementary School

What grades does Naco Elementary School serve?

Naco Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Naco Elementary School?

Naco Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Naco Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Naco Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Naco Elementary School rank in AZ?

Naco Elementary School ranks #1,041 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Naco Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Naco Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Naco Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Naco Elementary School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Naco Elementary School a charter school?

No, Naco Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Naco Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Naco Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cochise County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

District

Naco Elementary District (4176)
District Enrollment
273
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,714
District Rank
#1 of 1

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