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Topock Elementary School

Elementary School · Topock Elementary District (4376)

PO BOX 370, Topock, AZ 86436

Enrollment

100

Student-Teacher

50:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#951 of 2,006

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

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About Topock Elementary School

Topock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Topock, AZ, part of Topock Elementary District (4376). Topock Elementary School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 50:1 student-teacher ratio. Topock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #951 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Topock Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 100 students, Topock Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Topock Elementary School runs 50:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Topock 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+26.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio50:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,701
Chronic Absenteeism79%

Topock Elementary School — Students at Topock Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
57%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Topock Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
50:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
79.0%

Location

PO BOX 370, Topock, AZ 86436

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Topock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chemehuevi Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Needles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Young Scholars Academy (rated 7.7/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Camp Mohave Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Mohave), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Topock, see our Topock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NotYourRegularChurch Needles 6.5 mi
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NEEDLES AG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Needles 8.3 mi
Needles Community Day Needles 8.5 mi
Needles SDA School Needles 8.4 mi
Needles High Needles 9.0 mi 7.3
Educational Training Center Needles 9.0 mi
River Valley High School Mohave Valley 9.8 mi 5.7
CRUHSD Academy Bullhead City 9.8 mi 3.3
WAVE - River Valley High School Kingman 9.8 mi
Vista Colorado Elementary Needles 9.1 mi 5.9
Needles Middle Needles 9.1 mi 6.3
Mohave Valley Connections Academy Mohave Valley 11.7 mi 3.1
Mohave Valley Junior High School Mohave Valley 14.0 mi 4.9
Academy of Building Industries Fort Mohave 16.0 mi 6.5
Desert Star Academy Fort Mohave 16.4 mi 7.4
Fort Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave 16.6 mi 3.1
Chemehuevi Valley Elementary Needles 18.7 mi 9.5
Camp Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave 18.8 mi 7.5
Young Scholars Academy Bullhead City 19.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,927

Median Home Value

$206,800

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

1,319

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

50.8%

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

68.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Topock Elementary School

What grades does Topock Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Topock Elementary School?

Topock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Topock Elementary School is 50:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Topock Elementary School rank in AZ?

Topock Elementary School ranks #951 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Topock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Topock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Topock Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Topock Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Topock Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Topock Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher Ratio
50:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Mohave County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
79.0%

District

Topock Elementary District (4376)
District Enrollment
100
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,701
District Rank
#1 of 1

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