The top reported proficiency rate is 51% in Math. The lowest is 26% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Nogales, Arizona, as part of the Nogales Unified District. The school sits in a city whose economy is built around international trade, with the Mariposa Port of Entry handling a massive volume of Mexican produce and four ports of entry shaping daily life. Nogales has grown modestly in recent years and retains a small-town feel, with a historic downtown core and a mix of suburban development.
The school’s student body is almost entirely Hispanic, reflecting the community it serves. The overall enrollment is on the smaller side for a K-5 campus. Data on how many students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, receive special education services, or are classified as English learners was not provided, so a family looking to understand the school’s support needs and resources should ask the school directly about these populations.
On state assessments, Coronado Elementary shows a mixed picture. In math, proficiency rates are at the midpoint or a bit above it across the grades tested: third and fourth grade post rates in that range, while fifth grade sits somewhat lower. In English language arts, fourth graders post a notably stronger result, but third and fifth graders are at a lower level. In science, the rate for fifth graders is lower still, which is a soft spot that parents may want to discuss with the school. Taken together, the school’s overall proficiency across all tested subjects and grades places it below the midpoint relative to other districts in Santa Cruz County. Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report.
The district brief turned up little in the way of recent changes or strategic priorities that are publicly available, so those are not part of this account.
Given the grade band, the academic data offers a snapshot of where students land before they move to middle school. The school’s performance in fourth-grade reading is a relative strength, while math and science results show room for growth. The peer environment is overwhelmingly Hispanic, which may matter to families seeking a setting that reflects the local community. In terms of housing context, the area’s home values are below the state benchmark by a considerable margin, which may affect affordability and the mix of families who can live in the attendance zone. The local economy is anchored by cross-border trade, government, healthcare, and the school district itself, giving the community an economic foundation that is distinct from many other Arizona towns.
A parent considering Coronado Elementary should weigh the state assessment results as they are, particularly the lower science and upper-elementary math scores, and inquire with the school about how it supports students who are not yet meeting proficiency benchmarks. The school does not appear to have charter or magnet status, operating as a regular public school.
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