Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rio Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Vista Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Rio Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Vista Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#748 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Vista Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rio Vista Elementary School?
359 students attend Rio Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rio Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Vista Elementary School?
Rio Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rio Vista Elementary School offer ?
Rio Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Vista Elementary School part of?
Rio Vista Elementary School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406).
In what neighborhood is Rio Vista Elementary School located?
Rio Vista Elementary School is located in the Campus Farm neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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