Apache Elementary School in Douglas, AZ serves grades K–8 with an enrollment of 12 students and a student–teacher ratio that is not currently available due to no reported teachers for 2023.
Math proficiency at Apache Elementary is 50%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%, placing the school in the top 20% for math proficiency in the state.
Reading proficiency is approximately equal to the state average, with the school reporting 50% compared to the state average of 49% for recent years.
Science proficiency at Apache Elementary is 38%, higher than the state average of 24%, indicating above–average performance in this subject.
Enrollment increased from 6 students in 2022 to 12 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch decreased from 100% in 2022 to 50% in 2023, showing a notable change in socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apache Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Apache Elementary School's student population of 12 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Serving the educational needs of children K-8
School Rankings
The diversity score of Apache Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
100%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Apache Elementary School often compared to?
Apache Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bella Vista Elementary School, Benson Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Apache Elementary School?
12 students attend Apache Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Apache Elementary School students are White.
What grades does Apache Elementary School offer ?
Apache Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apache Elementary School part of?
Apache Elementary School is part of Apache Elementary District (4178).
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