At a glance
Reported students
782
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
44.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
89th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
799
Surprise Elementary School: 782 reported students.
State peer staffing position
63rd percentile
17.6:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 755
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
What the reported data says about Surprise Elementary School
Surprise Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in El Mirage. It is one of 25 current school records connected to Dysart Unified District (4243). NCES reports 782 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 89th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.6:1, close to the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (65.3%) and White (16.6%). English learners represent 10.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Surprise Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 17.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 44.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.6
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White16.6%
- Hispanic65.3%
- Black10.1%
- Asian0.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.9%
- Multiracial5.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Dysart Unified District (4243)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
West Point Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
797 reported students
Western Peaks Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–08
763 reported students
Riverview School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
801 reported students
Thompson Ranch Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–08
759 reported students
Cimarron Springs Middle School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
810 reported students
Kingswood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
826 reported students
Public schools near Surprise Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Point Elementary School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 797 | 1.1 mi |
| El Mirage Elementary School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 722 | 1.2 mi |
| Thompson Ranch Elementary Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 759 | 1.4 mi |
| Riverview School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 801 | 2.2 mi |
| Dysart Middle School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 602 | 2.3 mi |
| Discover U Elementary · Charter · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Discover U Element (91328) | KG–06 | 168 | 2.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Surprise Elementary School
What grades does Surprise Elementary School serve?
Surprise Elementary School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Dysart Unified District (4243).
How many students attend Surprise Elementary School?
Surprise Elementary School reported 782 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 89th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 755 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Surprise Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 17.6:1, based on 782 students and 44.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Surprise Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Surprise Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Dysart Unified District (4243) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Surprise Elementary School in?
Surprise Elementary School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243), based in Surprise, AZ, which operates 25 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Surprise Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Point Elementary School (1.1 mi), El Mirage Elementary School (1.2 mi), Thompson Ranch Elementary (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.