Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Indian Wells Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Wells Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Indian Wells Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Indian Wells Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Wells Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1593 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
88%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
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 is Indian Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Wells Elementary School is ranked #1593 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Indian Wells Elementary School?
344 students attend Indian Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Indian Wells Elementary School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Wells Elementary School?
Indian Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Wells Elementary School offer ?
Indian Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Wells Elementary School part of?
Indian Wells Elementary School is part of Holbrook Unified District (4389) School District.
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