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St David Elementary School

Elementary School · St David Unified District (4173)

PO BOX 70, Saint David, AZ 85630

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,324 of 2,006

In Saint David

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

St David Unified District (4173)

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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St David Elementary School

5.5/10

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

St David High School

9.2/10

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5.7/10

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About St David Elementary School

St David Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint David, AZ, part of St David Unified District (4173). St David Elementary School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St David Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,324 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for St David Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

St David 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.

32% of students at St David 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 Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,938
Chronic Absenteeism31.7%

St David Elementary School — Students at St David Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (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
64%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
32%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How St David Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

Location

PO BOX 70, Saint David, AZ 85630

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St David Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pomerene Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Pomerene), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bella Vista Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 23.9 miles away, in nearby Sierra Vista), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 (rated 6.6/10, 24.4 miles away, in nearby Sierra Vista), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint David, see our Saint David schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.4 mi
School Distance Rating
St David High School Saint David 0.1 mi 9.2
Benson Primary School Benson 6.1 mi 5.7
Benson Middle School Benson 6.1 mi 6.7
Benson High School Benson 6.2 mi 9.0
Benson Digital Learning Center Benson 6.2 mi 6.3
Benson Digital Learning Center Online Benson 6.2 mi 6.1
Pomerene Elementary School Pomerene 7.5 mi 8.1
SAN PEDRO VALLEY ACADEMY Huachuca City 9.6 mi 7.4
Tombstone High School Tombstone 15.2 mi 7.6
Walter J Meyer School Tombstone 16.1 mi 5.3
Huachuca City School Tombstone 20.1 mi 5.5
Buena High School Sierra Vista 23.2 mi 6.8
SVUSD AOI Sierra Vista 23.2 mi
Berean Academy Sierra Vista 23.5 mi 6.2
CTD - Cochise College Willcox 23.7 mi
Bella Vista Elementary School Sierra Vista 23.9 mi 7.4
Carmichael Elementary School Sierra Vista 24.2 mi 3.5
VERITAS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sierra Vista 24.3 mi 7.8
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 Sierra Vista 24.4 mi 6.6
Center for Academic Success #1 - Sierra Vista 9-12 Sierra Vista 24.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,306

Median Home Value

$148,500

Population

1,942

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

84.6%

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

47.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St David Elementary School

What grades does St David Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend St David Elementary School?

St David Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St David Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St David Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St David Elementary School rank in AZ?

St David Elementary School ranks #1,324 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is St David Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St David Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 St David Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St David Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St David Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is St David Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cochise County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

District

St David Unified District (4173)
District Enrollment
436
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,938
District Rank
#2 of 2

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