Serving 93 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dateland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dateland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dateland Elementary School's student population of 93 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
93 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Dateland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dateland Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#603 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
n/a
5%

Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
85%
48%

Black
n/a
6%

White
15%
34%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
88%
10%

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 Dateland Elementary School's ranking?
Dateland Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 1,956 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dateland Elementary School?
93 students attend Dateland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dateland Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are White.
What grades does Dateland Elementary School offer ?
Dateland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dateland Elementary School part of?
Dateland Elementary School is part of Hyder Elementary District (4502) School District.
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